2 Chronicles 21:19

Authorized King James Version

And it came to pass, that in process of time, after the end of two years, his bowels fell out by reason of his sickness: so he died of sore diseases. And his people made no burning for him, like the burning of his fathers.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וַיְהִ֣י
H1961
to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)
#2
לְיָמִ֣ים׀
H3117
And it came to pass that in process of time
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
#3
לְיָמִ֣ים׀
H3117
And it came to pass that in process of time
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
#4
וּכְעֵת֩
H6256
time, especially (adverb with preposition) now, when, etc
#5
יָֽצְא֤וּ
H3318
after
to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim
#6
הַקֵּ֜ץ
H7093
the end
an extremity; adverbially (with prepositional prefix) after
#7
לְיָמִ֣ים׀
H3117
And it came to pass that in process of time
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
#8
שְׁנַ֗יִם
H8147
of two
two; also (as ordinal) twofold
#9
יָֽצְא֤וּ
H3318
after
to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim
#10
מֵעָיו֙
H4578
his bowels
used only in plural the intestines, or (collectively) the abdomen, figuratively, sympathy; by implication, a vest; by extension the stomach, the uteru
#11
עִם
H5973
by reason
adverb or preposition, with (i.e., in conjunction with), in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix (and then
#12
חָלְי֔וֹ
H2483
of his sickness
malady, anxiety, calamity
#13
וַיָּ֖מָת
H4191
so he died
to die (literally or figuratively); causatively, to kill
#14
בְּתַֽחֲלֻאִ֣ים
H8463
diseases
a malady
#15
רָעִ֑ים
H7451
of sore
bad or (as noun) evil (natural or moral)
#16
וְלֹא
H3808
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
#17
עָ֨שׂוּ
H6213
made
to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application
#18
ל֥וֹ
H0
#19
עַמּ֛וֹ
H5971
And his people
a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock
#20
כִּשְׂרֵפַ֥ת
H8316
for him like the burning
cremation
#21
כִּשְׂרֵפַ֥ת
H8316
for him like the burning
cremation
#22
אֲבֹתָֽיו׃
H1
of his fathers
father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Chronicles, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of covenant community connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about covenant community, 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