1 Corinthians 5:4

Authorized King James Version

In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, when ye are gathered together, and my spirit, with the power of our Lord Jesus Christ,

Word-by-Word Analysis

ἐν

G1722

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

τῷ

G3588

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

ὀνόματι

G3686

the name

a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)

τοῦ

G3588

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

κυρίου

G2962

Lord

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

ἡμῶν

G2257

of our

of (or from) us

Ἰησοῦ

G2424

Jesus

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

Χριστοῦ,

G5547

Christ

anointed, i.e., the messiah, an epithet of jesus

συναχθέντων

G4863

are gathered together

to lead together, i.e., collect or convene; specially, to entertain (hospitably)

#10

ὑμῶν

G5216

when ye

of (from or concerning) you

#11

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#12

τοῦ

G3588

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

#13

ἐμοῦ

G1700

of me

#14

πνεύματος

G4151

spirit

a current of air, i.e., breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e., (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital prin

#15

σὺν

G4862

with

with or together (but much closer than g3326 or g3844), i.e., by association, companionship, process, resemblance, possession, instrumentality, additi

#16

τῇ

G3588

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

#17

δυνάμει

G1411

the power

force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)

#18

τοῦ

G3588

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

#19

κυρίου

G2962

Lord

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

#20

ἡμῶν

G2257

of our

of (or from) us

#21

Ἰησοῦ

G2424

Jesus

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

#22

Χριστοῦ,

G5547

Christ

anointed, i.e., the messiah, an epithet of jesus

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

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

In what ways does understanding divine sovereignty in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
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?
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?

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