2 Chronicles 15:18

Authorized King James Version

And he brought into the house of God the things that his father had dedicated, and that he himself had dedicated, silver, and gold, and vessels.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיָּבֵ֞א

H935

And he brought

to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)

אֶת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

וְקָֽדָשָׁ֖יו

H6944

and that he himself had dedicated

a sacred place or thing; rarely abstract, sanctity

אָבִ֛יו

the things that his father

father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application

וְקָֽדָשָׁ֖יו

H6944

and that he himself had dedicated

a sacred place or thing; rarely abstract, sanctity

בֵּ֣ית

H1004

into the house

a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)

הָֽאֱלֹהִ֑ים

H430

of God

gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of

כֶּ֥סֶף

H3701

silver

silver (from its pale color); by implication, money

וְזָהָ֖ב

H2091

and gold

gold, figuratively, something gold-colored (i.e., yellow), as oil, a clear sky

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וְכֵלִֽים׃

H3627

and vessels

something prepared, i.e., any apparatus (as an implement, utensil, dress, vessel or weapon)

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 careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, 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

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine sovereignty address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?