1 Corinthians 11:29

Authorized King James Version

For he that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth and drinketh damnation to himself, not discerning the Lord's body.

Word-by-Word Analysis

ὁ

G3588

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

γὰρ

G1063

For

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

ἐσθίει

G2068

eateth

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

καὶ

G2532

and

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

πίνει

G4095

drinketh

to imbibe (literally or figuratively)

ἀναξίως,

G371

unworthily

irreverently

κρίμα

G2917

damnation

a decision (the function or the effect, for or against ("crime"))

ἑαυτῷ

G1438

to himself

(him- her-, it-, them-, my-, thy-, our-, your-)self (selves), etc

ἐσθίει

G2068

eateth

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

#10

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#11

πίνει

G4095

drinketh

to imbibe (literally or figuratively)

#12

μὴ

G3361

not

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

#13

διακρίνων

G1252

discerning

to separate thoroughly, i.e., (literally and reflexively) to withdraw from, or (by implication) oppose; figuratively, to discriminate (by implication,

#14

τὸ

G3588

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

#15

σῶμα

G4983

body

the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide application, literally or figuratively

#16

τοῦ

G3588

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

#17

κυρίου

G2962

the Lord's

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

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing divine sovereignty contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

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 sovereignty. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

How does this verse's literary context within 1 Corinthians chapter 11 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
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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