2 Chronicles 34:19

Authorized King James Version

And it came to pass, when the king had heard the words of the law, that he rent his clothes.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וַֽיְהִי֙
H1961
to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)
#2
כִּשְׁמֹ֣עַ
H8085
had heard
to hear intelligently (often with implication of attention, obedience, etc.; causatively, to tell, etc.)
#3
הַמֶּ֔לֶךְ
H4428
And it came to pass when the king
a king
#4
אֵ֖ת
H853
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#5
דִּבְרֵ֣י
H1697
the words
a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause
#6
הַתּוֹרָ֑ה
H8451
of the law
a precept or statute, especially the decalogue or pentateuch
#7
וַיִּקְרַ֖ע
H7167
that he rent
to rend, literally or figuratively (revile, paint the eyes, as if enlarging them)
#8
אֶת
H853
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#9
בְּגָדָֽיו׃
H899
his clothes
a covering, i.e., clothing

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