2 Chronicles 19:10

Authorized King James Version

And what cause soever shall come to you of your brethren that dwell in their cities, between blood and blood, between law and commandment, statutes and judgments, ye shall even warn them that they trespass not against the LORD, and so wrath come upon you, and upon your brethren: this do, and ye shall not trespass.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְכָל

H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

רִיב֩

H7379

And what cause

a contest (personal or legal)

אֲשֶׁר

H834

who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc

יָב֨וֹא

H935

soever shall come

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

עֲלֵיכֶ֜ם

H5921

above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications

אֲחֵיכֶ֑ם

H251

come upon you and upon your brethren

a brother (used in the widest sense of literal relationship and metaphorical affinity or resemblance [like h0001])

הַיֹּֽשְׁבִ֣ים

H3427

that dwell

properly, to sit down (specifically as judge. in ambush, in quiet); by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry

בְּעָֽרֵיהֶ֗ם

H5892

in their cities

a city (a place guarded by waking or a watch) in the widest sense (even of a mere encampment or post)

בֵּֽין

H996

between (repeated before each noun, often with other particles); also as a conjunction, either...or

#10

לְדָם֮

H1818

and blood

blood (as that which when shed causes death) of man or an animal; by analogy, the juice of the grape; figuratively (especially in the plural) bloodshe

#11

לְדָם֮

H1818

and blood

blood (as that which when shed causes death) of man or an animal; by analogy, the juice of the grape; figuratively (especially in the plural) bloodshe

#12

בֵּין

H996

between (repeated before each noun, often with other particles); also as a conjunction, either...or

#13

תּוֹרָ֣ה

H8451

between law

a precept or statute, especially the decalogue or pentateuch

#14

לְמִצְוָה֮

H4687

and commandment

a command, whether human or divine (collectively, the law)

#15

לְחֻקִּ֣ים

H2706

statutes

an enactment; hence, an appointment (of time, space, quantity, labor or usage)

#16

וּלְמִשְׁפָּטִים֒

H4941

and judgments

properly, a verdict (favorable or unfavorable) pronounced judicially, especially a sentence or formal decree (human or (participant's) divine law, ind

#17

וְהִזְהַרְתֶּ֣ם

H2094

ye shall even warn

figuratively, to enlighten (by caution)

#18

אֹתָ֔ם

H853

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

#19

וְלֹ֤א

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

#20

תֶאְשָֽׁמוּ׃

H816

and ye shall not trespass

to be guilty; by implication to be punished or perish

#21

לַֽיהוָ֔ה

H3068

not against the LORD

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

#22

וְהָֽיָה

H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

#23

קֶ֥צֶף

H7110

and so wrath

a splinter (as chipped off)

#24

עֲלֵיכֶ֖ם

H5921

above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications

#25

וְעַל

H5921

above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications

#26

אֲחֵיכֶ֑ם

H251

come upon you and upon your brethren

a brother (used in the widest sense of literal relationship and metaphorical affinity or resemblance [like h0001])

#27

כֹּ֥ה

H3541

this

properly, like this, i.e., by implication, (of manner) thus (or so); also (of place) here (or hither); or (of time) now

#28

תַֽעֲשׂ֖וּן

H6213

to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

#29

וְלֹ֥א

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

#30

תֶאְשָֽׁמוּ׃

H816

and ye shall not trespass

to be guilty; by implication to be punished or perish

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Chronicles, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of 2 Chronicles.

Historical Context

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

How does this verse's literary context within 2 Chronicles chapter 19 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
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?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine sovereignty differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?