2 Chronicles 4:19

Authorized King James Version

And Solomon made all the vessels that were for the house of God, the golden altar also, and the tables whereon the shewbread was set;

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיַּ֣עַשׂ

H6213

made

to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

שְׁלֹמֹ֔ה

H8010

And Solomon

shelomah, david's successor

אֵ֚ת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

כָּל

H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

הַכֵּלִ֔ים

H3627

all the vessels

something prepared, i.e., any apparatus (as an implement, utensil, dress, vessel or weapon)

אֲשֶׁ֖ר

H834

who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc

בֵּ֣ית

H1004

that were for the house

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

הָֽאֱלֹהִ֑ים

H430

of God

gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of

וְאֵת֙

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

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מִזְבַּ֣ח

H4196

altar

an altar

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הַזָּהָ֔ב

H2091

the golden

gold, figuratively, something gold-colored (i.e., yellow), as oil, a clear sky

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וְאֶת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

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הַשֻּׁלְחָנ֔וֹת

H7979

also and the tables

a table (as spread out); by implication, a meal

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וַֽעֲלֵיהֶ֖ם

H5921

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

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לֶ֥חֶם

H3899

whereon the shewbread

food (for man or beast), especially bread, or grain (for making it)

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הַפָּנִֽים׃

H6440

the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposi

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing divine sovereignty contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

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 salvation 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 sovereignty in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does understanding divine sovereignty in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine sovereignty address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
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?