Numbers 26:46

Authorized King James Version

And the name of the daughter of Asher was Sarah.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וְשֵׁ֥ם
And the name
an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character
#2
בַּת
of the daughter
a daughter (used in the same wide sense as other terms of relationship, literally and figuratively)
#3
אָשֵׁ֖ר
of Asher
asher, a son of jacob, and the tribe descended from him, with its territory; also a place in palestine
#4
שָֽׂרַח׃
was Sarah
serach, an israelitess

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Numbers. 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 Numbers 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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