2 Samuel 13:28

Authorized King James Version

Now Absalom had commanded his servants, saying, Mark ye now when Amnon's heart is merry with wine, and when I say unto you, Smite Amnon; then kill him, fear not: have not I commanded you? be courageous, and be valiant.

Word-by-Word Analysis

צִוִּ֣יתִי

H6680

had commanded

(intensively) to constitute, enjoin

אַבְשָׁל֨וֹם

H53

Now Absalom

abshalom, a son of david; also (the fuller form) a later israelite

אֶת

H853

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

נְעָרָ֜יו

H5288

his servants

(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

וְאָֽמַרְתִּ֨י

H559

and when I say

to say (used with great latitude)

רְא֣וּ

H7200

Mark

to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)

נָ֠א

H4994

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

כְּט֨וֹב

H2896

is merry

good (as an adjective) in the widest sense; used likewise as a noun, both in the masculine and the feminine, the singular and the plural (good, a good

לֵב

H3820

heart

the heart; also used (figuratively) very widely for the feelings, the will and even the intellect; likewise for the center of anything

#10

אַמְנ֛וֹן

H550

Amnon

amnon (or aminon), a son of david

#11

בַּיַּ֙יִן֙

H3196

with wine

wine (as fermented); by implication, intoxication

#12

וְאָֽמַרְתִּ֨י

H559

and when I say

to say (used with great latitude)

#13

אֲלֵיכֶ֔ם

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

#14

הַכּ֧וּ

H5221

unto you Smite

to strike (lightly or severely, literally or figuratively)

#15

אֶת

H853

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

#16

אַמְנ֛וֹן

H550

Amnon

amnon (or aminon), a son of david

#17

וַֽהֲמִתֶּ֥ם

H4191

then kill

to die (literally or figuratively); causatively, to kill

#18

אֹת֖וֹ

H853

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

#19

אַל

H408

not (the qualified negation, used as a deprecative); once (job 24:25) as a noun, nothing

#20

תִּירָ֑אוּ

H3372

him fear

to fear; morally to revere; causatively to frighten

#21

הֲל֗וֹא

H3808

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

#22

כִּ֤י

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

#23

אָֽנֹכִי֙

H595

#24

צִוִּ֣יתִי

H6680

had commanded

(intensively) to constitute, enjoin

#25

אֶתְכֶ֔ם

H853

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

#26

חִזְק֖וּ

H2388

you be courageous

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

#27

וִֽהְי֥וּ

H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

#28

לִבְנֵי

H1121

and be valiant

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

#29

חָֽיִל׃

H2428

probably a force, whether of men, means or other resources; an army, wealth, virtue, valor, strength

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Samuel, this passage highlights salvation through rhetorical questioning that engages the reader. 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

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 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?
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?

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