2 Chronicles 25:26

Authorized King James Version

Now the rest of the acts of Amaziah, first and last, behold, are they not written in the book of the kings of Judah and Israel?

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְיֶ֙תֶר֙

H3499

Now the rest

properly, an overhanging, i.e., (by implication) a small rope (as hanging free)

דִּבְרֵ֣י

H1697

of the acts

a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause

אֲמַצְיָ֔הוּ

H558

of Amaziah

amatsjah, the name of four israelites

הָרִֽאשֹׁנִ֖ים

H7223

first

first, in place, time or rank (as adjective or noun)

וְהָאַֽחֲרוֹנִ֑ים

H314

and last

hinder; generally, late or last; specifically (as facing the east) western

הֲלֹא֙

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

הִנָּ֣ם

H2005

lo!; also (as expressing surprise) if

כְּתוּבִ֔ים

H3789

behold are they not written

to grave, by implication, to write (describe, inscribe, prescribe, subscribe)

עַל

H5921

above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications

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סֵ֥פֶר

H5612

in the book

properly, writing (the art or a document); by implication, a book

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מַלְכֵי

H4428

of the kings

a king

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יְהוּדָ֖ה

H3063

of Judah

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

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וְיִשְׂרָאֵֽל׃

H3478

and Israel

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

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 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 revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
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?
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?