2 Chronicles 29:12

Authorized King James Version

Then the Levites arose, Mahath the son of Amasai, and Joel the son of Azariah, of the sons of the Kohathites: and of the sons of Merari, Kish the son of Abdi, and Azariah the son of Jehalelel: and of the Gershonites; Joah the son of Zimmah, and Eden the son of Joah:

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיָּקֻ֣מוּ

H6965

arose

to rise (in various applications, literal, figurative, intensive and causative)

הַ֠לְוִיִּם

H3881

Then the Levites

a levite or descendant of levi

מַ֣חַת

H4287

Mahath

machath, the name of two israelites

בֶּן

H1121

and of the sons

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

עֲמָשַׂ֞י

H6022

of Amasai

amasai, the name of three israelites

וְיוֹאֵ֣ל

H3100

and Joel

joel, the name of twelve israelites

בֶּן

H1121

and of the sons

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

וַֽעֲזַרְיָ֖הוּ

H5838

and Azariah

azarjah, the name of nineteen israelites

מִן

H4480

properly, a part of; hence (prepositionally), from or out of in many senses

#10

בֶּן

H1121

and of the sons

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

הַקְּהָתִי֒

H6956

of the Kohathites

a kohathite (collectively) or descendants of kehath

#12

וּמִן

H4480

properly, a part of; hence (prepositionally), from or out of in many senses

#13

בֶּן

H1121

and of the sons

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

#14

מְרָרִ֔י

H4847

of Merari

merari, an israelite

#15

קִ֚ישׁ

H7027

Kish

kish, the name of five israelites

#16

בֶּן

H1121

and of the sons

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

#17

עַבְדִּ֔י

H5660

of Abdi

abdi, the name of two israelites

#18

וַֽעֲזַרְיָ֖הוּ

H5838

and Azariah

azarjah, the name of nineteen israelites

#19

בֶּן

H1121

and of the sons

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

#20

יְהַלֶּלְאֵ֑ל

H3094

of Jehalelel

jehallelel, the name of two israelites

#21

וּמִן

H4480

properly, a part of; hence (prepositionally), from or out of in many senses

#22

הַגֵּ֣רְשֻׁנִּ֔י

H1649

and of the Gershonites

a gereshonite or descendant of gereshon

#23

יוֹאָֽח׃

H3098

Joah

joach, the name of four israelites

#24

בֶּן

H1121

and of the sons

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

#25

זִמָּ֔ה

H2155

of Zimmah

zimmah, the name of two israelites

#26

וְעֵ֖דֶן

H5731

and Eden

eden, the region of adam's home

#27

בֶּן

H1121

and of the sons

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

#28

יוֹאָֽח׃

H3098

Joah

joach, the name of four israelites

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

How does this verse's literary context within 2 Chronicles chapter 29 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
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?
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?