2 Chronicles 18:32

Authorized King James Version

For it came to pass, that, when the captains of the chariots perceived that it was not the king of Israel, they turned back again from pursuing him.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וַיְהִ֗י
H1961
to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)
#2
כִּרְאוֹת֙
H7200
perceived
to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)
#3
שָׂרֵ֣י
H8269
For it came to pass that when the captains
a head person (of any rank or class)
#4
הָרֶ֔כֶב
H7393
of the chariots
a vehicle; by implication, a team; by extension, cavalry; by analogy a rider, i.e., the upper millstone
#5
כִּ֥י
H3588
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
#6
לֹֽא
H3808
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
#7
הָיָ֖ה
H1961
to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)
#8
מֶ֣לֶךְ
H4428
that it was not the king
a king
#9
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל
H3478
of Israel
he will rule as god; jisral, a symbolical name of jacob; also (typically) of his posterity
#10
וַיָּשׁ֖וּבוּ
H7725
they turned back again
to turn back (hence, away) transitively or intransitively, literally or figuratively (not necessarily with the idea of return to the starting point);
#11
מֵאַֽחֲרָֽיו׃
H310
from pursuing
properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses)

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 2 Chronicles. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. 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 historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection