2 Kings 12:13

Authorized King James Version

Howbeit there were not made for the house of the LORD bowls of silver, snuffers, basons, trumpets, any vessels of gold, or vessels of silver, of the money that was brought into the house of the LORD:

Word-by-Word Analysis

אַךְ֩

H389

a particle of affirmation, surely; hence (by limitation) only

לֹ֨א

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

יֵֽעָשֶׂ֜ה

H6213

Howbeit there were not made

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

בֵית

H1004

for the house

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

יְהוָֽה׃

H3068

of the LORD

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

סִפּ֥וֹת

H5592

bowls

a vestibule (as a limit); also a dish (for holding blood or wine)

הַכֶּ֖סֶף

H3701

of silver

silver (from its pale color); by implication, money

מְזַמְּר֤וֹת

H4212

snuffers

a tweezer (only in the plural)

מִזְרָקוֹת֙

H4219

basons

a bowl (as if for sprinkling)

#10

חֲצֹ֣צְר֔וֹת

H2689

trumpets

a trumpet (from its sundered or quavering note)

#11

כָּל

H3605

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

#12

וּכְלִי

H3627

any vessels

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

#13

זָהָ֖ב

H2091

of gold

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

#14

וּכְלִי

H3627

any vessels

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

#15

הַכֶּ֖סֶף

H3701

of silver

silver (from its pale color); by implication, money

#16

מִן

H4480

properly, a part of; hence (prepositionally), from or out of in many senses

#17

הַכֶּ֖סֶף

H3701

of silver

silver (from its pale color); by implication, money

#18

הַמּוּבָ֥א

H935

that was brought

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

#19

בֵית

H1004

for the house

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

#20

יְהוָֽה׃

H3068

of the LORD

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

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Kings, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, 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 Kings.

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?
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?
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?

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