Joshua 19:32

Authorized King James Version

The sixth lot came out to the children of Naphtali, even for the children of Naphtali according to their families.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
לִבְנֵ֥י
even for the children
a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or
#2
נַפְתָּלִ֖י
of Naphtali
naphtali, a son of jacob, with the tribe descended from him, and its territory
#3
יָצָ֖א
came out
to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim
#4
הַגּוֹרָ֣ל
lot
properly, a pebble, i.e., a lot (small stones being used for that purpose); figuratively, a portion or destiny (as if determined by lot)
#5
הַשִּׁשִּׁ֑י
The sixth
sixth, ordinal or (feminine) fractional
#6
לִבְנֵ֥י
even for the children
a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or
#7
נַפְתָּלִ֖י
of Naphtali
naphtali, a son of jacob, with the tribe descended from him, and its territory
#8
לְמִשְׁפְּחֹתָֽם׃
according to their families
a family, i.e., circle of relatives; figuratively, a class (of persons), a species (of animals) or sort (of things); by extension a tribe or people

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Joshua. 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 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.

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