2 Kings 15:21

Authorized King James Version

And the rest of the acts of Menahem, and all that he did, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel?

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְיֶ֛תֶר

H3499

And the rest

properly, an overhanging, i.e., (by implication) a small rope (as hanging free)

דִּבְרֵ֥י

H1697

of the acts

a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause

מְנַחֵ֖ם

H4505

of Menahem

menachem, an israelite

וְכָל

H3605

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

אֲשֶׁ֣ר

H834

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

עָשָׂ֑ה

H6213

and all that he did

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

הֲלוֹא

H3808

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

הֵ֣ם

H1992

they (only used when emphatic)

כְּתוּבִ֗ים

H3789

are they not written

to grave, by implication, to write (describe, inscribe, prescribe, subscribe)

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עַל

H5921

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

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סֵ֛פֶר

H5612

in the book

properly, writing (the art or a document); by implication, a book

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דִּבְרֵ֥י

H1697

of the acts

a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause

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הַיָּמִ֖ים

H3117

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

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לְמַלְכֵ֥י

H4428

of the kings

a king

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יִשְׂרָאֵֽל׃

H3478

of Israel

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

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Kings, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. 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

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

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?
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 the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?

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