2 Samuel 3:9

Authorized King James Version

So do God to Abner, and more also, except, as the LORD hath sworn to David, even so I do to him;

Word-by-Word Analysis

כֹּֽה

H3541

properly, like this, i.e., by implication, (of manner) thus (or so); also (of place) here (or hither); or (of time) now

אֶֽעֱשֶׂה

H6213

So do

to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

אֱלֹהִים֙

H430

God

gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of

לְאַבְנֵ֔ר

H74

to Abner

abner, an israelite

וְכֹ֖ה

H3541

properly, like this, i.e., by implication, (of manner) thus (or so); also (of place) here (or hither); or (of time) now

יֹסִ֣יף

H3254

and more also

to add or augment (often adverbial, to continue to do a thing)

ל֑וֹ

כִּ֗י

H3588

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

כַּֽאֲשֶׁ֨ר

H834

who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc

#10

נִשְׁבַּ֤ע

H7650

hath sworn

to seven oneself, i.e., swear (as if by repeating a declaration seven times)

#11

יְהוָה֙

H3068

except as the LORD

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

#12

לְדָוִ֔ד

H1732

to David

david, the youngest son of jesse

#13

כִּי

H3588

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

#14

כֵ֖ן

H3651

properly, set upright; hence (figuratively as adjective) just; but usually (as adverb or conjunction) rightly or so (in various applications to manner

#15

אֶֽעֱשֶׂה

H6213

So do

to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

#16

לּֽוֹ׃

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 2 Samuel. The concept of divine sovereignty reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The divine name or title here functions within biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. The original language emphasizes the covenant name Yahweh, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His promises, 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 sovereignty in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

How does this verse's literary context within 2 Samuel chapter 3 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
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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