Daniel 1:2

Authorized King James Version

And the Lord gave Jehoiakim king of Judah into his hand, with part of the vessels of the house of God: which he carried into the land of Shinar to the house of his god; and he brought the vessels into the treasure house of his god.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיִּתֵּן֩

H5414

gave

to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)

אֲדֹנָ֨י

H136

And the Lord

the lord (used as a proper name of god only)

בְּיָד֜וֹ

H3027

into his hand

a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from h3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great v

אֶת

H853

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

יְהוֹיָקִ֣ים

H3079

Jehoiakim

jehojakim, a jewish king

מֶֽלֶךְ

H4428

king

a king

יְהוּדָ֗ה

H3063

of Judah

jehudah (or judah), the name of five israelites; also of the tribe descended from the first, and of its territory

וּמִקְצָת֙

H7117

with part

a termination (literally or figuratively); also (by implication) a portion; adverbially (with prepositional prefix) after

הַכֵּלִ֣ים

H3627

of the vessels

something prepared, i.e., any apparatus (as an implement, utensil, dress, vessel or weapon)

#10

בֵּ֖ית

H1004

house

a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)

#11

אֱלֹהָֽיו׃

H430

of 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

#12

הֵבִ֔יא

H935

and he brought

to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)

#13

אֶֽרֶץ

H776

into the land

the earth (at large, or partitively a land)

#14

שִׁנְעָ֖ר

H8152

of Shinar

shinar, a plain in babylonia

#15

בֵּ֖ית

H1004

house

a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)

#16

אֱלֹהָֽיו׃

H430

of 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

#17

וְאֶת

H853

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

#18

הַכֵּלִ֣ים

H3627

of the vessels

something prepared, i.e., any apparatus (as an implement, utensil, dress, vessel or weapon)

#19

הֵבִ֔יא

H935

and he brought

to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)

#20

בֵּ֖ית

H1004

house

a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)

#21

אוֹצַ֥ר

H214

into the treasure

a depository

#22

אֱלֹהָֽיו׃

H430

of 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

Analysis

Within the broader context of Daniel, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. 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 establishing foundational concepts crucial to Daniel's theological argument.

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

How might the original audience's understanding of divine sovereignty differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
In what ways does understanding divine sovereignty in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
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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