1 Corinthians 11:23

Authorized King James Version

For I have received of the Lord that which also I delivered unto you, That the Lord Jesus the same night in which he was betrayed took bread:

Word-by-Word Analysis

Ἐγὼ

G1473

i, me

γὰρ

G1063

For

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

παρέλαβον

G3880

have received

to receive near, i.e., associate with oneself (in any familiar or intimate act or relation); by analogy, to assume an office; figuratively, to learn

ἀπὸ

G575

"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)

τοῦ

G3588

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

κύριος

G2962

the Lord

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

ᾗ

G3739

that which

the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that

καὶ

G2532

also

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

παρεδίδοτο

G3860

I delivered

to surrender, i.e yield up, entrust, transmit

#10

ὑμῖν

G5213

unto you

to (with or by) you

#11

ὅτι

G3754

That

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

#12

ὁ

G3588

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

#13

κύριος

G2962

the Lord

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

#14

Ἰησοῦς

G2424

Jesus

jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites

#15

ἐν

G1722

"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc

#16

τῇ

G3588

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

#17

νυκτὶ

G3571

the same night

"night" (literally or figuratively)

#18

ᾗ

G3739

that which

the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that

#19

παρεδίδοτο

G3860

I delivered

to surrender, i.e yield up, entrust, transmit

#20

ἔλαβεν

G2983

took

while g0138 is more violent, to seize or remove))

#21

ἄρτον

G740

bread

bread (as raised) or a loaf

Analysis

Within the broader context of 1 Corinthians, 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 building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of 1 Corinthians.

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 1 Corinthians Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine sovereignty in this particular way.

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?
What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?

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