2 Chronicles 20:26

Authorized King James Version

And on the fourth day they assembled themselves in the valley of Berachah; for there they blessed the LORD: therefore the name of the same place was called, The valley of Berachah, unto this day.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
הַיּֽוֹם׃
H3117
day
a day (as the warm hours), whether literal (from sunrise to sunset, or from one sunset to the next), or figurative (a space of time defined by an asso
#2
הָֽרְבִעִ֗י
H7243
And on the fourth
fourth; also (fractionally) a fourth
#3
נִקְהֲלוּ֙
H6950
they assembled
to convoke
#4
עֵ֥מֶק
H6010
The valley
a vale (i.e., broad depression)
#5
בְּרָכָ֖ה
H1294
of Berachah
berakah, the name of an israelite, and also of a valley in palestine
#6
כִּי
H3588
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
#7
שָׁ֖ם
H8033
there (transferring to time) then; often thither, or thence
#8
בֵּרֲכ֣וּ
H1288
for there they blessed
to kneel; by implication to bless god (as an act of adoration), and (vice-versa) man (as a benefit); also (by euphemism) to curse (god or the king, as
#9
אֶת
H853
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#10
יְהוָ֑ה
H3068
the LORD
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
#11
עַל
H5921
above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications
#12
כֵּ֡ן
H3651
properly, set upright; hence (figuratively as adjective) just; but usually (as adverb or conjunction) rightly or so (in various applications to manner
#13
קָֽרְא֞וּ
H7121
was called
to call out to (i.e., properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications)
#14
אֶת
H853
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#15
שֵׁ֨ם
H8034
therefore the name
an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character
#16
הַמָּק֥וֹם
H4725
of the same place
properly, a standing, i.e., a spot; but used widely of a locality (general or specific); also (figuratively) of a condition (of body or mind)
#17
הַה֛וּא
H1931
he (she or it); only expressed when emphatic or without a verb; also (intensively) self, or (especially with the article) the same; sometimes (as demo
#18
עֵ֥מֶק
H6010
The valley
a vale (i.e., broad depression)
#19
בְּרָכָ֖ה
H1294
of Berachah
berakah, the name of an israelite, and also of a valley in palestine
#20
עַד
H5704
as far (or long, or much) as, whether of space (even unto) or time (during, while, until) or degree (equally with)
#21
הַיּֽוֹם׃
H3117
day
a day (as the warm hours), whether literal (from sunrise to sunset, or from one sunset to the next), or figurative (a space of time defined by an asso

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