2 Chronicles 33:20

Authorized King James Version

So Manasseh slept with his fathers, and they buried him in his own house: and Amon his son reigned in his stead.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיִּשְׁכַּ֤ב

H7901

slept

to lie down (for rest, sexual connection, decease or any other purpose)

מְנַשֶּׁה֙

H4519

So Manasseh

menashsheh, a grandson of jacob, also the tribe descended from him, and its territory

עִם

H5973

adverb or preposition, with (i.e., in conjunction with), in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix (and then

אֲבֹתָ֔יו

with his fathers

father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application

וַֽיִּקְבְּרֻ֖הוּ

H6912

and they buried

to inter

בֵּית֑וֹ

H1004

him in his own house

a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)

וַיִּמְלֹ֛ךְ

H4427

reigned

to reign; hence (by implication) to take counsel

אָמ֥וֹן

H526

and Amon

amon, the name of three israelites

בְּנ֖וֹ

H1121

his son

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

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תַּחְתָּֽיו׃

H8478

the bottom (as depressed); only adverbially, below (often with prepositional prefix underneath), in lieu of, etc

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Chronicles, this passage highlights kingdom of God 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 literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of kingdom of God 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

How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
What practical applications emerge from understanding kingdom of God as presented in this verse, particularly in light of providing hope in times of political and social upheaval?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from earthly theocracy through Davidic kingdom to eschatological fulfillment, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?