2 Kings 19:14

Authorized King James Version

And Hezekiah received the letter of the hand of the messengers, and read it: and Hezekiah went up into the house of the LORD, and spread it before the LORD.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיִּקַּ֨ח

H3947

received

to take (in the widest variety of applications)

חִזְקִיָּ֖הוּ

H2396

And Hezekiah

chizkijah, a king of judah, also the name of two other israelites

אֶת

H853

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

הַסְּפָרִ֛ים

H5612

the letter

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

מִיַּ֥ד

H3027

of the 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

הַמַּלְאָכִ֖ים

H4397

of the messengers

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

וַיִּקְרָאֵ֑ם

H7121

and read

to call out to (i.e., properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications)

וַיַּ֙עַל֙

H5927

went up

to ascend, intransitively (be high) or actively (mount); used in a great variety of senses, primary and secondary, literal and figurative

בֵּ֣ית

H1004

into the house

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

#10

יְהוָֽה׃

H3068

of the LORD

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

#11

וַיִּפְרְשֵׂ֥הוּ

H6566

and spread

to break apart, disperse, etc

#12

חִזְקִיָּ֖הוּ

H2396

And Hezekiah

chizkijah, a king of judah, also the name of two other israelites

#13

לִפְנֵ֥י

H6440

it before

the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposi

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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 declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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

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 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 sovereignty 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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