2 Chronicles 19:6

Authorized King James Version

And said to the judges, Take heed what ye do: for ye judge not for man, but for the LORD, who is with you in the judgment.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וַיֹּ֣אמֶר
H559
And said
to say (used with great latitude)
#2
אֶל
H413
near, with or among; often in general, to
#3
תִּשְׁפְּט֖וּ
H8199
for ye judge
to judge, i.e., pronounce sentence (for or against); by implication, to vindicate or punish; by extenssion, to govern; passively, to litigate (literal
#4
רְאוּ֙
H7200
Take heed
to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)
#5
מָֽה
H4100
properly, interrogative what? (including how? why? when?); but also exclamation, what! (including how!), or indefinitely what (including whatever, and
#6
אַתֶּ֣ם
H859
thou and thee, or (plural) ye and you
#7
עֹשִׂ֔ים
H6213
what ye do
to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application
#8
כִּ֣י
H3588
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
#9
לֹ֧א
H3808
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
#10
לְאָדָ֛ם
H120
not for man
ruddy i.e., a human being (an individual or the species, mankind, etc.)
#11
תִּשְׁפְּט֖וּ
H8199
for ye judge
to judge, i.e., pronounce sentence (for or against); by implication, to vindicate or punish; by extenssion, to govern; passively, to litigate (literal
#12
כִּ֣י
H3588
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
#13
לַֽיהוָ֑ה
H3068
but for the LORD
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
#14
וְעִמָּכֶ֖ם
H5973
adverb or preposition, with (i.e., in conjunction with), in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix (and then
#15
בִּדְבַ֥ר
H1697
who is with you in the judgment
a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause
#16
מִשְׁפָּֽט׃
H4941
properly, a verdict (favorable or unfavorable) pronounced judicially, especially a sentence or formal decree (human or (participant's) divine law, ind

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 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 sovereignty. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection