2 Kings 23:28

Authorized King James Version

Now the rest of the acts of Josiah, and all that he did, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah?

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְיֶ֛תֶר

H3499

Now 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

יֹֽאשִׁיָּ֖הוּ

H2977

of Josiah

joshijah, the name of two israelites

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

הֲלֹא

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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יְהוּדָֽה׃

H3063

of Judah

jehudah (or judah), the name of five israelites; also of the tribe descended from the first, and of its territory

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

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 this verse's literary context within 2 Kings chapter 23 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
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?

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