1 Corinthians 10:28

Authorized King James Version

But if any man say unto you, This is offered in sacrifice unto idols, eat not for his sake that shewed it, and for conscience sake: for the earth is the Lord's, and the fulness thereof:

Word-by-Word Analysis

ἐὰν

G1437

a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty

δέ

G1161

But

but, and, etc

τις

G5100

any man

some or any person or object

ὑμῖν

G5213

unto you

to (with or by) you

εἴπῃ

G2036

say

to speak or say (by word or writing)

Τοῦτο

G5124

This

that thing

εἰδωλόθυτόν

G1494

offered in sacrifice unto idols

an image-sacrifice, i.e., part of an idolatrous offering

ἐστιν

G2076

he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are

μὴ

G3361

not

(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether

#10

ἐσθίετε

G2068

eat

used only in certain tenses, the rest being supplied by g5315; to eat (usually literal)

#11

δι'

G1223

for

through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)

#12

ἐκεῖνον

G1565

his sake

that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed

#13

τὸν

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#14

μηνύσαντα

G3377

that shewed it

to disclose (through the idea of mental effort and thus calling to mind), i.e., report, declare, intimate

#15

καὶ

G2532

and

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#16

τὴν

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#17

συνείδησιν·

G4893

for conscience sake

co-perception, i.e., moral consciousness

#18

τοῦ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#19

γὰρ

G1063

for

properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)

#20

κυρίου

G2962

is the Lord's

supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)

#21

ἡ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#22

γῆ

G1093

the earth

soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe (including the occupants in each application)

#23

καὶ

G2532

and

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#24

τὸ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#25

πλήρωμα

G4138

the fulness

repletion or completion, i.e., (subjectively) what fills (as contents, supplement, copiousness, multitude), or (objectively) what is filled (as contai

#26

αὐτῆς

G846

thereof

the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

Analysis

Within the broader context of 1 Corinthians, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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 building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of 1 Corinthians.

Historical Context

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine sovereignty address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
How does this verse's literary context within 1 Corinthians chapter 10 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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