2 Chronicles 25:17

Authorized King James Version

Then Amaziah king of Judah took advice, and sent to Joash, the son of Jehoahaz, the son of Jehu, king of Israel, saying, Come, let us see one another in the face.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיִּוָּעַ֗ץ

H3289

took advice

to advise; reflexively, to deliberate or resolve

אֲמַצְיָ֙הוּ֙

H558

Then Amaziah

amatsjah, the name of four israelites

מֶ֥לֶךְ

H4428

king

a king

יְהוּדָ֔ה

H3063

of Judah

jehudah (or judah), the name of five israelites; also of the tribe descended from the first, and of its territory

וַ֠יִּשְׁלַח

H7971

and sent

to send away, for, or out (in a great variety of applications)

אֶל

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

יוֹאָ֨שׁ

H3101

to Joash

joash, the name of six israelites

בֶּן

H1121

the son

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

יְהֽוֹאָחָ֧ז

H3059

of Jehoahaz

jehoachaz, the name of three israelites

#10

בֶּן

H1121

the son

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

#11

יֵה֛וּא

H3058

of Jehu

jehu, the name of five israelites

#12

מֶ֥לֶךְ

H4428

king

a king

#13

יִשְׂרָאֵ֖ל

H3478

of Israel

he will rule as god; jisral, a symbolical name of jacob; also (typically) of his posterity

#14

לֵאמֹ֑ר

H559

saying

to say (used with great latitude)

#15

לְךָ֖

H3212

Come

to walk (literally or figuratively); causatively, to carry (in various senses)

#16

נִתְרָאֶ֥ה

H7200

let us see one another

to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)

#17

פָנִֽים׃

H6440

in the face

the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposi

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Chronicles, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, 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 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 revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?