kingמֶלֶךְ
melek · Hebrew Noun
A designated title for the monarch of Israel; it represents God's delegated authority and covenantal headship over the people of God. Rebellion against the king is often depicted as rebellion against the established order ordained by God.
servantעֶבֶד
ebed · Hebrew Noun
A generic term for a laborer, bondservant, or subordinate. Biblically, it signifies a person under the authority of another, often used to describe the ideal relationship between a believer and God.
Milloמִלּוֹא
millow' · Hebrew Noun
In this context, a military or political defensive structure (literally 'the filling'). It symbolizes the strength, fortification, and urban consolidation of Davidic power in Jerusalem.
forced laborסֵבֶל
cebel · Hebrew Noun
A state-mandated labor system, often associated with corvée labor. In the Old Testament, it reflects the burdens placed upon citizens for state projects, sometimes seen as oppressive.
prophetנָבִיא
nabiy' · Hebrew Noun
A spokesperson for God who receives divine revelation to communicate His will to the people. Prophets were central to the life of Israel, acting as moral and spiritual guides who called the nation to covenantal faithfulness.
garmentשַׂלְמָה
salmah · Hebrew Noun
A visible, tangible object of clothing. In this narrative context, it serves as a symbolic representation of the kingdom of Israel, and its tearing indicates a prophetic sign-act regarding the division of the nation.
toreקָרַע
qara' · Hebrew Verb
A symbolic or ritual action performed by a prophet to graphically demonstrate a divine message. These actions serve as visible confirmation of the spoken word of God.
LORDיְהוָה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The personal name of the one true God of Israel, revealing His covenant faithfulness, eternal self-existence, and holiness. It is the name by which He makes Himself known to His people.
forsakenעָזַב
azab · Hebrew Verb
To abandon, leave behind, or depart from someone or something, often used in scripture to describe a spiritual betrayal where God’s people turn away from Him to follow idols.
worshipedשָׁחָה
shachah · Hebrew Verb
The act of bowing down, serving, or showing supreme reverence to a deity; biblically, it is the exclusive prerogative of God, and offering it to others is the essence of idolatry.
statutesחֻקָּה
chuqqah · Hebrew Noun
The set of formal, authoritative commands or ordinances given by God to His people to govern their moral, religious, and civil life. Obedience to these is evidence of covenant loyalty.
rulesמִשְׁפָּט
mishpat · Hebrew Noun
A legal or judicial decision, a custom, or an ordinance established by God as an authoritative standard for behavior and justice within the covenant community.
commandmentsמִצְוָה
mitsvah · Hebrew Noun
God’s divinely ordained instructions or duties binding upon the conscience of His people, meant to guide them in righteous living and reflect His own character.
lampנִּיר
nir · Hebrew Noun
A metaphor for life, a dynasty, or a witness. A lamp that is always before God represents the perpetual continuation of a kingly line or the presence of God's chosen witness in a specific place.
servantעֶבֶד
ebed · Hebrew Noun
A title of honor and commission, used for those whom God has chosen and equipped for a specific task. It implies submission, faithful service, and a special relationship with the Almighty.
nameשֵׁם
shem · Hebrew Noun
Refers to the place God has uniquely set apart for His presence to dwell among His people, serving as the focal point of worship and the seat of His throne on earth.
reignמָלַךְ
malak · Hebrew Verb
To exercise sovereignty, authority, and rule as a monarch. In biblical terms, the king is ideally a vice-regent under the ultimate authority of God, responsible for leading the people in covenant faithfulness.
listenשָׁמַע
shama · Hebrew Verb
An imperative, connoting not merely hearing, but giving heed, obeying, and acting upon what has been spoken. It is the fundamental response of a covenant partner to the word of God.
waysדֶּרֶךְ
derek · Hebrew Noun
A common biblical metaphor for one's manner of life, moral conduct, and ethical behavior. It encompasses the entirety of a person's walk of obedience or disobedience before God.
statutesחֻקָּה
chuqqah · Hebrew Noun
Divine regulations, laws, or ordinances given by God to His people. They define the boundaries of the covenant and the moral standard expected of those in relationship with Him.
houseבַּיִת
bayith · Hebrew Noun
In the context of the Davidic covenant, a 'sure house' signifies a stable, enduring dynasty. It represents the promise of God to establish and preserve the line of a king through successive generations.
