2 Chronicles 28:16

Authorized King James Version

At that time did king Ahaz send unto the kings of Assyria to help him.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
בָּעֵ֣ת
At that time
time, especially (adverb with preposition) now, when, etc
#2
הַהִ֗יא
he (she or it); only expressed when emphatic or without a verb; also (intensively) self, or (especially with the article) the same; sometimes (as demo
#3
שָׁלַ֞ח
send
to send away, for, or out (in a great variety of applications)
#4
מַלְכֵ֥י
did king
a king
#5
אָחָ֛ז
Ahaz
achaz, the name of a jewish king and of an israelite
#6
עַל
above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications
#7
מַלְכֵ֥י
did king
a king
#8
אַשּׁ֖וּר
of Assyria
ashshur, the second son of shem; also his descendants and the country occupied by them (i.e., assyria), its region and its empire
#9
לַעְזֹ֥ר
to help
to surround, i.e., protect or aid
#10
לֽוֹ׃
H0

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 2 Chronicles. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

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