2 Samuel 5:12

Authorized King James Version

And David perceived that the LORD had established him king over Israel, and that he had exalted his kingdom for his people Israel's sake.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיֵּ֣דַע

H3045

perceived

to know (properly, to ascertain by seeing); used in a great variety of senses, figuratively, literally, euphemistically and inferentially (including o

דָּוִ֔ד

H1732

And David

david, the youngest son of jesse

כִּֽי

H3588

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

הֱכִינ֧וֹ

H3559

had established

properly, to be erect (i.e., stand perpendicular); hence (causatively) to set up, in a great variety of applications, whether literal (establish, fix,

יְהוָ֛ה

H3068

that the LORD

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

לְמֶ֖לֶךְ

H4428

him king

a king

עַל

H5921

above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications

יִשְׂרָאֵֽל׃

H3478

Israel's

he will rule as god; jisral, a symbolical name of jacob; also (typically) of his posterity

וְכִי֙

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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נִשֵּׂ֣א

H5375

and that he had exalted

to lift, in a great variety of applications, literal and figurative, absolute and relative

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מַמְלַכְתּ֔וֹ

H4467

his kingdom

dominion, i.e., (abstractly) the estate (rule) or (concretely) the country (realm)

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בַּֽעֲב֖וּר

H5668

properly, crossed, i.e., (abstractly) transit; used only adverbially, on account of, in order that

#13

עַמּ֥וֹ

H5971

for his people

a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock

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יִשְׂרָאֵֽל׃

H3478

Israel's

he will rule as god; jisral, a symbolical name of jacob; also (typically) of his posterity

Analysis

This verse develops the kingdom of God theme central to 2 Samuel. The concept of kingdom reflects the development of kingdom of God 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 kingdom of God 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 kingdom in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from earthly theocracy through Davidic kingdom to eschatological fulfillment, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
What practical applications emerge from understanding kingdom of God as presented in this verse, particularly in light of providing hope in times of political and social upheaval?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on kingdom address the apparent delay of Christ's return and God's justice, and how should the church respond?

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