2 Chronicles 7:8

Authorized King James Version

Also at the same time Solomon kept the feast seven days, and all Israel with him, a very great congregation, from the entering in of Hamath unto the river of Egypt.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיַּ֣עַשׂ

H6213

kept

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

שְׁלֹמֹ֣ה

H8010

Solomon

shelomah, david's successor

אֶת

H853

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

הֶ֠חָג

H2282

the feast

a festival, or a victim therefor

בָּעֵ֨ת

H6256

Also at the same time

time, especially (adverb with preposition) now, when, etc

הַהִ֜יא

H1931

he (she or it); only expressed when emphatic or without a verb; also (intensively) self, or (especially with the article) the same; sometimes (as demo

שִׁבְעַ֤ת

H7651

seven

seven (as the sacred full one); also (adverbially) seven times; by implication, a week; by extension, an indefinite number

יָמִים֙

H3117

days

a day (as the warm hours), whether literal (from sunrise to sunset, or from one sunset to the next), or figurative (a space of time defined by an asso

וְכָל

H3605

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

#10

יִשְׂרָאֵ֣ל

H3478

and all Israel

he will rule as god; jisral, a symbolical name of jacob; also (typically) of his posterity

#11

עִמּ֔וֹ

H5973

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

#12

קָהָ֖ל

H6951

congregation

assemblage (usually concretely)

#13

גָּד֣וֹל

H1419

great

great (in any sense); hence, older; also insolent

#14

מְאֹ֑ד

H3966

with him a very

properly, vehemence, i.e., (with or without preposition) vehemently; by implication, wholly, speedily, etc. (often with other words as an intensive or

#15

מִלְּב֥וֹא

H935

from the entering in

to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)

#16

חֲמָ֖ת

H2574

of Hamath

chamath, a place in syria

#17

עַד

H5704

as far (or long, or much) as, whether of space (even unto) or time (during, while, until) or degree (equally with)

#18

נַ֥חַל

H5158

unto the river

a stream, especially a winter torrent; (by implication) a (narrow) valley (in which a brook runs); also a shaft (of a mine)

#19

מִצְרָֽיִם׃

H4714

of Egypt

mitsrajim, i.e., upper and lower egypt

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

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
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?
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?