2 Chronicles 15:14

Authorized King James Version

And they sware unto the LORD with a loud voice, and with shouting, and with trumpets, and with cornets.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וַיִּשָּֽׁבְעוּ֙
And they sware
to seven oneself, i.e., swear (as if by repeating a declaration seven times)
#2
לַֽיהוָ֔ה
unto the LORD
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
#3
בְּק֥וֹל
voice
a voice or sound
#4
גָּד֖וֹל
with a loud
great (in any sense); hence, older; also insolent
#5
וּבִתְרוּעָ֑ה
and with shouting
clamor, i.e., acclamation of joy or a battle-cry; especially clangor of trumpets, as an alarum
#6
וּבַחֲצֹֽצְר֖וֹת
and with trumpets
a trumpet (from its sundered or quavering note)
#7
וּבְשֽׁוֹפָרֽוֹת׃
and with cornets
a cornet (as giving a clear sound) or curved horn

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 2 Chronicles. The concept of divine sovereignty reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The divine name or title here functions within biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. The original language emphasizes the covenant name Yahweh, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His promises, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of 2 Chronicles Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine sovereignty in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection