2 Samuel 23:36

Authorized King James Version

Igal the son of Nathan of Zobah, Bani the Gadite,

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
יִגְאָ֤ל
Igal
jigal, the name of three israelites
#2
בֶּן
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
#3
נָתָן֙
of Nathan
nathan, the name of five israelites
#4
מִצֹּבָ֔ה
of Zobah
zoba or zobah, a region of syria
#5
בָּנִ֖י
Bani
bani, the name of five israelites
#6
הַגָּדִֽי׃
the Gadite
a gadite (collectively) or descendants of gad

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 2 Samuel. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

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.

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