2 Chronicles 26:8

Authorized King James Version

And the Ammonites gave gifts to Uzziah: and his name spread abroad even to the entering in of Egypt; for he strengthened himself exceedingly.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וַיִּתְּנ֧וּ
H5414
gave
to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)
#2
הָֽעַמּוֹנִ֛ים
H5984
And the Ammonites
an ammonite or (the adjective) ammonitish
#3
מִנְחָ֖ה
H4503
gifts
a donation; euphemistically, tribute; specifically a sacrificial offering (usually bloodless and voluntary)
#4
לְעֻזִּיָּ֑הוּ
H5818
to Uzziah
uzzijah, the name of five israelites
#5
וַיֵּ֤לֶךְ
H1980
to walk (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
#6
שְׁמוֹ֙
H8034
and his name
an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character
#7
עַד
H5704
as far (or long, or much) as, whether of space (even unto) or time (during, while, until) or degree (equally with)
#8
לְב֣וֹא
H935
even to the entering
to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)
#9
מִצְרַ֔יִם
H4714
in of Egypt
mitsrajim, i.e., upper and lower egypt
#10
כִּ֥י
H3588
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
#11
הֶֽחֱזִ֖יק
H2388
for he strengthened
to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restra
#12
עַד
H5704
as far (or long, or much) as, whether of space (even unto) or time (during, while, until) or degree (equally with)
#13
לְמָֽעְלָה׃
H4605
himself exceedingly
properly,the upper part, used only adverbially with prefix upward, above, overhead, from the top, 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 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