2 Samuel 1:11

Then David took hold on his clothes, and rent them; and likewise all the men that were with him:

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיַּֽחֲזֵ֥ק

H2388

took hold

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

דָּוִ֛ד

H1732

Then David

david, the youngest son of jesse

בִּבְגָדָ֖ו

H899

on his clothes

a covering, i.e., clothing

וַיִּקְרָעֵ֑ם

H7167

and rent

to rend, literally or figuratively (revile, paint the eyes, as if enlarging them)

וְגַ֥ם

H1571

properly, assemblage; used only adverbially also, even, yea, though; often repeated as correl. both...and

כָּל

H3605

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

הָֽאֲנָשִׁ֖ים

H376

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)

אֲשֶׁ֥ר

H834

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

אִתּֽוֹ׃

H854

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

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Samuel, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. 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 establishing foundational concepts crucial to 2 Samuel's theological argument.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of 2 Samuel Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
How does this verse's literary context within 2 Samuel chapter 1 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?

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