2 Kings 15:19

Authorized King James Version

And Pul the king of Assyria came against the land: and Menahem gave Pul a thousand talents of silver, that his hand might be with him to confirm the kingdom in his hand.

Word-by-Word Analysis

בָּ֣א

H935

came

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

לְפ֔וּל

H6322

And Pul

pul, the name of an assyrian king and of an ethiopian tribe

מֶֽלֶךְ

H4428

the king

a king

אַשּׁוּר֙

H804

of Assyria

ashshur, the second son of shem; also his descendants and the country occupied by them (i.e., assyria), its region and its empire

עַל

H5921

above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications

הָאָ֔רֶץ

H776

against the land

the earth (at large, or partitively a land)

וַיִּתֵּ֤ן

H5414

gave

to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)

מְנַחֵם֙

H4505

and Menahem

menachem, an israelite

לְפ֔וּל

H6322

And Pul

pul, the name of an assyrian king and of an ethiopian tribe

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אֶ֖לֶף

H505

a thousand

hence (the ox's head being the first letter of the alphabet, and this eventually used as a numeral) a thousand

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כִּכַּר

H3603

talents

a circle, i.e., (by implication) a circumjacent tract or region, especially the ghor or valley of the jordan; also a (round) loaf; also a talent (or l

#12

כָּ֑סֶף

H3701

of silver

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

#13

לִֽהְי֤וֹת

H1961

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

#14

בְּיָדֽוֹ׃

H3027

in his hand

a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from h3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great v

#15

אִתּ֔וֹ

H854

properly, nearness (used only as a preposition or an adverb), near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc

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לְהַֽחֲזִ֥יק

H2388

might be with him to confirm

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

#17

הַמַּמְלָכָ֖ה

H4467

the kingdom

dominion, i.e., (abstractly) the estate (rule) or (concretely) the country (realm)

#18

בְּיָדֽוֹ׃

H3027

in his hand

a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from h3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great v

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Kings, this passage highlights kingdom of God through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of kingdom connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about kingdom, 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 kingdom. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does this verse's emphasis on kingdom address the apparent delay of Christ's return and God's justice, and how should the church respond?
What practical applications emerge from understanding kingdom of God as presented in this verse, particularly in light of providing hope in times of political and social upheaval?
How does this verse's literary context within 2 Kings chapter 15 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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