2 Chronicles 23:5

Authorized King James Version

And a third part shall be at the king's house; and a third part at the gate of the foundation: and all the people shall be in the courts of the house of the LORD.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְהַשְּׁלִשִׁ֖ית

H7992

And a third part

third; feminine a third (part); by extension, a third (day, year or time); specifically, a third-story cell)

בֵּ֥ית

H1004

house

a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)

הַמֶּ֔לֶךְ

H4428

shall be at the king's

a king

וְהַשְּׁלִשִׁ֖ית

H7992

And a third part

third; feminine a third (part); by extension, a third (day, year or time); specifically, a third-story cell)

בְּשַׁ֣עַר

H8179

at the gate

an opening, i.e., door or gate

הַיְס֑וֹד

H3247

of the foundation

a foundation (literally or figuratively)

וְכָל

H3605

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

הָעָ֔ם

H5971

and all the people

a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock

בְּחַצְר֖וֹת

H2691

shall be in the courts

a yard (as inclosed by a fence); also a hamlet (as similarly surrounded with walls)

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בֵּ֥ית

H1004

house

a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)

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יְהוָֽה׃

H3068

of the LORD

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

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing divine sovereignty contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

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

How does this verse's literary context within 2 Chronicles chapter 23 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?