2 Samuel 19:21

Authorized King James Version

But Abishai the son of Zeruiah answered and said, Shall not Shimei be put to death for this, because he cursed the LORD'S anointed?

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיַּ֨עַן

H6030

answered

properly, to eye or (generally) to heed, i.e., pay attention; by implication, to respond; by extension to begin to speak; specifically to sing, shout,

אֲבִישַׁ֤י

H52

But Abishai

abishai, an israelite

בֶּן

H1121

the son

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

צְרוּיָה֙

H6870

of Zeruiah

tserujah, an israelitess

וַיֹּ֔אמֶר

H559

and said

to say (used with great latitude)

הֲתַ֣חַת

H8478

the bottom (as depressed); only adverbially, below (often with prepositional prefix underneath), in lieu of, etc

זֹ֔את

H2063

this (often used adverb)

לֹ֥א

H3808

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

יוּמַ֖ת

H4191

be put to death

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

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שִׁמְעִ֑י

H8096

Shall not Shimei

shimi, the name of twenty israelites

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כִּ֥י

H3588

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

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קִלֵּ֖ל

H7043

for this because he cursed

to be (causatively, make) light, literally (swift, small, sharp, etc.) or figuratively (easy, trifling, vile, etc.)

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אֶת

H853

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

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מְשִׁ֥יחַ

H4899

anointed

anointed; usually a consecrated person (as a king, priest, or saint); specifically, the messiah

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יְהוָֽה׃

H3068

the LORD'S

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Samuel, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. 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 Samuel.

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

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 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 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?

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