2 Chronicles 29:21

Authorized King James Version

And they brought seven bullocks, and seven rams, and seven lambs, and seven he goats, for a sin offering for the kingdom, and for the sanctuary, and for Judah. And he commanded the priests the sons of Aaron to offer them on the altar of the LORD.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיָּבִ֣יאוּ

H935

And they brought

to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)

פָרִים

H6499

bullocks

a bullock (apparently as breaking forth in wild strength, or perhaps as dividing the hoof)

שִׁבְעָה֙

H7651

and seven

seven (as the sacred full one); also (adverbially) seven times; by implication, a week; by extension, an indefinite number

וְאֵילִ֨ים

H352

rams

properly, strength; hence, anything strong; specifically an oak or other strong tree

שִׁבְעָה֙

H7651

and seven

seven (as the sacred full one); also (adverbially) seven times; by implication, a week; by extension, an indefinite number

וּכְבָשִׂ֣ים

H3532

lambs

a ram (just old enough to butt)

שִׁבְעָה֙

H7651

and seven

seven (as the sacred full one); also (adverbially) seven times; by implication, a week; by extension, an indefinite number

וּצְפִירֵ֨י

H6842

a male goat (as prancing)

עִזִּ֤ים

H5795

goats

a she-goat (as strong), but masculine in plural (which also is used elliptically for goat's hair)

#10

שִׁבְעָה֙

H7651

and seven

seven (as the sacred full one); also (adverbially) seven times; by implication, a week; by extension, an indefinite number

#11

לְחַטָּ֔את

H2403

for a sin offering

an offence (sometimes habitual sinfulness), and its penalty, occasion, sacrifice, or expiation; also (concretely) an offender

#12

עַל

H5921

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

#13

הַמַּמְלָכָ֥ה

H4467

for the kingdom

dominion, i.e., (abstractly) the estate (rule) or (concretely) the country (realm)

#14

וְעַל

H5921

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

#15

הַמִּקְדָּ֖שׁ

H4720

and for the sanctuary

a consecrated thing or place, especially, a palace, sanctuary (whether of jehovah or of idols) or asylum

#16

וְעַל

H5921

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

#17

יְהוּדָ֑ה

H3063

and for Judah

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

#18

וַיֹּ֗אמֶר

H559

And he commanded

to say (used with great latitude)

#19

לִבְנֵ֤י

H1121

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

אַֽהֲרֹן֙

H175

of Aaron

aharon, the brother of moses

#21

הַכֹּ֣הֲנִ֔ים

H3548

the priests

literally one officiating, a priest; also (by courtesy) an acting priest (although a layman)

#22

לְהַֽעֲל֖וֹת

H5927

to offer

to ascend, intransitively (be high) or actively (mount); used in a great variety of senses, primary and secondary, literal and figurative

#23

עַל

H5921

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

#24

מִזְבַּ֥ח

H4196

them on the altar

an altar

#25

יְהוָֽה׃

H3068

of the LORD

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Chronicles, this passage highlights kingdom of God through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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

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 kingdom. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does this verse's emphasis on kingdom address the apparent delay of Christ's return and God's justice, and how should the church respond?
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?
How does the kingdom of God theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?