2 Chronicles 35:12

Authorized King James Version

And they removed the burnt offerings, that they might give according to the divisions of the families of the people, to offer unto the LORD, as it is written in the book of Moses. And so did they with the oxen.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיָּסִ֨ירוּ

H5493

And they removed

to turn off (literally or figuratively)

הָֽעֹלָ֜ה

H5930

the burnt offerings

a step or (collectively, stairs, as ascending); usually a holocaust (as going up in smoke)

לְ֠תִתָּם

H5414

that they might give

to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)

לְמִפְלַגּ֤וֹת

H4653

according to the divisions

a classification

לְבֵית

H1004

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

אָבוֹת֙

of the families

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

לִבְנֵ֣י

H1121

of the people

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

הָעָ֔ם

H5971

a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock

לְהַקְרִיב֙

H7126

to offer

to approach (causatively, bring near) for whatever purpose

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לַֽיהוָ֔ה

H3068

unto the LORD

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

#11

כַּכָּת֖וּב

H3789

as it is written

to grave, by implication, to write (describe, inscribe, prescribe, subscribe)

#12

בְּסֵ֣פֶר

H5612

in the book

properly, writing (the art or a document); by implication, a book

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מֹשֶׁ֑ה

H4872

of Moses

mosheh, the israelite lawgiver

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וְכֵ֖ן

H3651

properly, set upright; hence (figuratively as adjective) just; but usually (as adverb or conjunction) rightly or so (in various applications to manner

#15

לַבָּקָֽר׃

H1241

And so did they with the oxen

a beeve or an animal of the ox family of either gender (as used for plowing); collectively, a herd

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 2 Chronicles. The concept of divine sovereignty reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The divine name or title here functions within biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. The original language emphasizes the covenant name Yahweh, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His promises, 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 sovereignty. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

How might the original audience's understanding of divine sovereignty differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
How does this verse's literary context within 2 Chronicles chapter 35 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?