2 Chronicles 25:3

Authorized King James Version

Now it came to pass, when the kingdom was established to him, that he slew his servants that had killed the king his father.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וַיְהִ֕י
H1961
to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)
#2
כַּֽאֲשֶׁ֛ר
H834
who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc
#3
חָֽזְקָ֥ה
H2388
was established
to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restra
#4
הַמַּמְלָכָ֖ה
H4467
Now it came to pass when the kingdom
dominion, i.e., (abstractly) the estate (rule) or (concretely) the country (realm)
#5
עָלָ֑יו
H5921
above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications
#6
וַֽיַּהֲרֹג֙
H2026
to him that he slew
to smite with deadly intent
#7
אֶת
H853
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#8
עֲבָדָ֔יו
H5650
his servants
a servant
#9
הַמַּכִּ֖ים
H5221
that had killed
to strike (lightly or severely, literally or figuratively)
#10
אֶת
H853
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#11
הַמֶּ֥לֶךְ
H4428
the king
a king
#12
אָבִֽיו׃
H1
his father
father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Chronicles, this passage highlights kingdom of God through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of kingdom connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about kingdom, 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 kingdom of God particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show imperial and royal imagery familiar to subjects of ancient monarchies, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection