1 Corinthians 14:25

Authorized King James Version

And thus are the secrets of his heart made manifest; and so falling down on his face he will worship God, and report that God is in you of a truth.

Word-by-Word Analysis

καὶ

G2532

And

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

οὕτως

G3779

in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)

τὰ

G3588

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

κρυπτὰ

G2927

the secrets

concealed, i.e., private

τῆς

G3588

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

καρδίας

G2588

heart

the heart, i.e., (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle

αὐτοῦ

G846

of his

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

φανερὰ

G5318

manifest

shining, i.e., apparent (literally or figuratively); neuter (as adverb) publicly, externally

γίνεται

G1096

are

to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e., (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)

#10

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#11

οὕτως

G3779

in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)

#12

πεσὼν

G4098

falling down

to fall (literally or figuratively)

#13

ἐπὶ

G1909

properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re

#14

πρόσωπον

G4383

his face

the front (as being towards view), i.e., the countenance, aspect, appearance, surface; by implication, presence, person

#15

προσκυνήσει

G4352

he will worship

to fawn or crouch to, i.e., (literally or figuratively) prostrate oneself in homage (do reverence to, adore)

#16

τῷ

G3588

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

#17

θεὸς

G2316

God

a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)

#18

ἀπαγγέλλων

G518

and report

to announce

#19

ὅτι

G3754

that

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

#20

ὁ

G3588

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

#21

θεὸς

G2316

God

a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)

#22

ὄντως

G3689

of a truth

really

#23

ἐν

G1722

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

#24

ὑμῖν

G5213

you

to (with or by) you

#25

ἐστιν

G2076

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

Analysis

Within the broader context of 1 Corinthians, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of truth connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about truth, 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 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 truth. 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 14 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?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on truth address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?

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