2 Samuel 21:13

Authorized King James Version

And he brought up from thence the bones of Saul and the bones of Jonathan his son; and they gathered the bones of them that were hanged.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיַּ֤עַל

H5927

And he brought up

to ascend, intransitively (be high) or actively (mount); used in a great variety of senses, primary and secondary, literal and figurative

מִשָּׁם֙

H8033

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

אֶת

H853

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

עַצְמ֖וֹת

H6106

and the bones

a bone (as strong); by extension, the body; figuratively, the substance, i.e., (as pron.) selfsame

שָׁא֔וּל

H7586

of Saul

shaul, the name of an edomite and two israelites

וְאֶת

H853

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

עַצְמ֖וֹת

H6106

and the bones

a bone (as strong); by extension, the body; figuratively, the substance, i.e., (as pron.) selfsame

יְהֽוֹנָתָ֣ן

H3083

of Jonathan

jehonathan, the name of four israelites

בְּנ֑וֹ

H1121

his 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

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וַיַּ֣אַסְפ֔וּ

H622

and they gathered

to gather for any purpose; hence, to receive, take away, i.e., remove (destroy, leave behind, put up, restore, 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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עַצְמ֖וֹת

H6106

and the bones

a bone (as strong); by extension, the body; figuratively, the substance, i.e., (as pron.) selfsame

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הַמּֽוּקָעִֽים׃

H3363

of them that were hanged

properly, to sever oneself, i.e., (by implication) to be dislocated; figuratively, to abandon; causatively, to impale (and thus allow to drop to piece

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing divine revelation contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

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

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
How does this verse's literary context within 2 Samuel chapter 21 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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