1 Corinthians 16:2

Authorized King James Version

Upon the first day of the week let every one of you lay by him in store, as God hath prospered him, that there be no gatherings when I come.

Word-by-Word Analysis

κατὰ

G2596

Upon

(prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)

μίαν

G3391

the first

one or first

σαββάτων

G4521

day of the week

the sabbath (i.e., shabbath), or day of weekly repose from secular avocations (also the observance or institution itself); by extension, a se'nnight,

ἕκαστος

G1538

every one

each or every

ὑμῶν

G5216

of you

of (from or concerning) you

παρ'

G3844

properly, near; i.e., (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subj

ἑαυτῷ

G1438

him

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

τιθέτω

G5087

lay

to place (in the widest application, literally and figuratively; properly, in a passive or horizontal posture, and thus different from g2476, which pr

θησαυρίζων

G2343

in store

to amass or reserve (literally or figuratively)

#10

ὅ

G3739

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

#11

τι

G5100

some or any person or object

#12

ἂν

G302

whatsoever

#13

εὐοδῶται

G2137

God hath prospered him

to help on the road, i.e., (passively) succeed in reaching; figuratively, to succeed in business affairs

#14

ἵνα

G2443

in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)

#15

μὴ

G3361

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

#16

ὅταν

G3752

when

whenever (implying hypothesis or more or less uncertainty); also causatively (conjunctionally) inasmuch as

#17

ἔλθω

G2064

I come

to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

#18

τότε

G5119

the when, i.e., at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecution)

#19

λογίαι

G3048

gatherings

a contribution

#20

γίνωνται

G1096

there be

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

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 might the original audience's understanding of divine sovereignty differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
In what ways does understanding divine sovereignty in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?

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