2 Kings 12:5

Authorized King James Version

Let the priests take it to them, every man of his acquaintance: and let them repair the breaches of the house, wheresoever any breach shall be found.

Word-by-Word Analysis

יִקְח֤וּ

H3947

take

to take (in the widest variety of applications)

לָהֶם֙

הַכֹּ֣הֲנִ֔ים

H3548

Let the priests

literally one officiating, a priest; also (by courtesy) an acting priest (although a layman)

אִ֖ישׁ

H376

it to them every man

a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)

מֵאֵ֣ת

H853

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

מַכָּר֑וֹ

H4378

of his acquaintance

an acquaintance

וְהֵ֗ם

H1992

they (only used when emphatic)

יְחַזְּקוּ֙

H2388

and let them repair

to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restra

אֶת

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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בָּֽדֶק׃

H919

the breaches

a gap or leak (in a building or a ship)

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הַבַּ֔יִת

H1004

of the house

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

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לְכֹ֛ל

H3605

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

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אֲשֶׁר

H834

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

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יִמָּצֵ֥א

H4672

shall be found

properly, to come forth to, i.e., appear or exist; transitively, to attain, i.e., find or acquire; figuratively, to occur, meet or be present

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שָׁ֖ם

H8033

there (transferring to time) then; often thither, or thence

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בָּֽדֶק׃

H919

the breaches

a gap or leak (in a building or a ship)

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 2 Kings. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

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 Kings Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

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?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation 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 Kings chapter 12 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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