2 Samuel 13:17

Authorized King James Version

Then he called his servant that ministered unto him, and said, Put now this woman out from me, and bolt the door after her.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיִּקְרָ֗א

H7121

Then he called

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

אֶֽת

H853

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

נַעֲרוֹ֙

H5288

his servant

(concretely) a boy (as active), from the age of infancy to adolescence; by implication, a servant; also (by interch. of sex), a girl (of similar latit

מְשָׁ֣רְת֔וֹ

H8334

that ministered

to attend as a menial or worshipper; figuratively, to contribute to

וַיֹּ֕אמֶר

H559

unto him and said

to say (used with great latitude)

שִׁלְחוּ

H7971

Put

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

נָ֥א

H4994

'i pray', 'now', or 'then'; added mostly to verbs (in the imperative or future), or to interjections, occasionally to an adverb or conjunction

אֶת

H853

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

זֹ֛את

H2063

this (often used adverb)

#10

מֵֽעָלַ֖י

H5921

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

#11

הַח֑וּצָה

H2351

now this woman out

properly, separate by a wall, i.e., outside, outdoors

#12

וּנְעֹ֥ל

H5274

from me and bolt

properly, to fasten up, i.e., with a bar or cord; hence, to sandal, i.e., furnish with slippers

#13

הַדֶּ֖לֶת

H1817

the door

something swinging, i.e., the valve of a door

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אַֽחֲרֶֽיהָ׃

H310

after

properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses)

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Samuel, 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 Samuel.

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

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?
In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?

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