2 Chronicles 24:16

Authorized King James Version

And they buried him in the city of David among the kings, because he had done good in Israel, both toward God, and toward his house.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וַיִּקְבְּרֻ֥הוּ
H6912
And they buried
to inter
#2
בְעִיר
H5892
him in the city
a city (a place guarded by waking or a watch) in the widest sense (even of a mere encampment or post)
#3
דָּוִ֖יד
H1732
of David
david, the youngest son of jesse
#4
עִם
H5973
adverb or preposition, with (i.e., in conjunction with), in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix (and then
#5
הַמְּלָכִ֑ים
H4428
among the kings
a king
#6
כִּֽי
H3588
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
#7
עָשָׂ֤ה
H6213
because he had done
to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application
#8
טוֹבָה֙
H2896
good
good (as an adjective) in the widest sense; used likewise as a noun, both in the masculine and the feminine, the singular and the plural (good, a good
#9
בְּיִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל
H3478
in Israel
he will rule as god; jisral, a symbolical name of jacob; also (typically) of his posterity
#10
וְעִ֥ם
H5973
adverb or preposition, with (i.e., in conjunction with), in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix (and then
#11
הָֽאֱלֹהִ֖ים
H430
both toward God
gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of
#12
וּבֵיתֽוֹ׃
H1004
and toward his house
a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Chronicles, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of 2 Chronicles Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine sovereignty in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection