2 Kings 14:8

Authorized King James Version

Then Amaziah sent messengers to Jehoash, the son of Jehoahaz son of Jehu, king of Israel, saying, Come, let us look one another in the face.

Word-by-Word Analysis

אָ֣ז

H227

at that time or place; also as a conjunction, therefore

שָׁלַ֤ח

H7971

sent

to send away, for, or out (in a great variety of applications)

אֲמַצְיָה֙

H558

Then Amaziah

amatsjah, the name of four israelites

מַלְאָכִ֔ים

H4397

messengers

a messenger; specifically, of god, i.e., an angel (also a prophet, priest or teacher)

אֶל

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

יְהוֹאָ֨שׁ

H3060

to Jehoash

jehoash, the name of two israelite kings

בֶּן

H1121

son

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

יְהֽוֹאָחָ֧ז

H3059

of Jehoahaz

jehoachaz, the name of three israelites

בֶּן

H1121

son

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

#10

יֵה֛וּא

H3058

of Jehu

jehu, the name of five israelites

#11

מֶ֥לֶךְ

H4428

king

a king

#12

יִשְׂרָאֵ֖ל

H3478

of Israel

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

#13

לֵאמֹ֑ר

H559

saying

to say (used with great latitude)

#14

לְכָ֖ה

H1980

to walk (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

#15

נִתְרָאֶ֥ה

H7200

let us look

to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)

#16

פָנִֽים׃

H6440

one another in the face

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

Within the broader context of 2 Kings, 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 Kings.

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?
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?

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