2 Chronicles 6:28

Authorized King James Version

If there be dearth in the land, if there be pestilence, if there be blasting, or mildew, locusts, or caterpillers; if their enemies besiege them in the cities of their land; whatsoever sore or whatsoever sickness there be:

Word-by-Word Analysis

רָעָ֞ב

H7458

If there be dearth

hunger (more or less extensive)

כִּֽי

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

יִהְיֶ֣ה

H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

בְּאֶ֣רֶץ

H776

in the land

the earth (at large, or partitively a land)

דֶּ֣בֶר

H1698

if there be pestilence

a pestilence

כִּֽי

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

יִ֠הְיֶה

H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

שִׁדָּפ֨וֹן

H7711

if there be blasting

blight

וְיֵֽרָק֜וֹן

H3420

or mildew

paleness, whether of persons (from fright), or of plants (from drought)

#10

אַרְבֶּ֤ה

H697

locusts

a locust (from its rapid increase)

#11

וְחָסִיל֙

H2625

or caterpillers

the ravager, i.e., a locust

#12

כִּ֣י

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

#13

יִֽהְיֶ֔ה

H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

#14

כִּ֧י

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

#15

יָֽצַר

H6887

besiege

to cramp, literally or figuratively, transitive or intransitive

#16

ל֛וֹ

#17

אֹיְבָ֖יו

H341

if their enemies

hating; an adversary

#18

בְּאֶ֣רֶץ

H776

in the land

the earth (at large, or partitively a land)

#19

שְׁעָרָ֑יו

H8179

them in the cities

an opening, i.e., door or gate

#20

כָּל

H3605

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

#21

נֶ֖גַע

H5061

whatsoever sore

a blow (figuratively, infliction); also (by implication) a spot (concretely, a leprous person or dress)

#22

וְכָֽל

H3605

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

#23

מַחֲלָֽה׃

H4245

or whatsoever sickness

sickness

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Chronicles, this passage highlights salvation 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 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

In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
How does this verse's literary context within 2 Chronicles chapter 6 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?