2 Kings 6:10

Authorized King James Version

And the king of Israel sent to the place which the man of God told him and warned him of, and saved himself there, not once nor twice.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיִּשְׁלַ֞ח

H7971

sent

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

מֶ֣לֶךְ

H4428

And the king

a king

יִשְׂרָאֵ֗ל

H3478

of Israel

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

אֶֽל

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

הַמָּק֞וֹם

H4725

to the place

properly, a standing, i.e., a spot; but used widely of a locality (general or specific); also (figuratively) of a condition (of body or mind)

אֲשֶׁ֨ר

H834

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

אָֽמַר

H559

told

to say (used with great latitude)

ל֧וֹ

אִישׁ

H376

which the man

a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)

#10

הָֽאֱלֹהִ֛ים

H430

of God

gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of

#11

וְהִזְהִירֹ֖ה

H2094

him and warned

figuratively, to enlighten (by caution)

#12

וְנִשְׁמַ֣ר

H8104

him of and saved

properly, to hedge about (as with thorns), i.e., guard; generally, to protect, attend to, etc

#13

שָׁ֑ם

H8033

there (transferring to time) then; often thither, or thence

#14

לֹ֥א

H3808

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

#15

אַחַ֖ת

H259

himself there not once

properly, united, i.e., one; or (as an ordinal) first

#16

וְלֹ֥א

H3808

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

#17

שְׁתָּֽיִם׃

H8147

nor twice

two; also (as ordinal) twofold

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

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 divine sovereignty. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

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?
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?
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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