1 Thessalonians 1:2

Authorized King James Version

We give thanks to God always for you all, making mention of you in our prayers;

Word-by-Word Analysis

Εὐχαριστοῦμεν

G2168

We give thanks

to be grateful, i.e., (actively) to express gratitude (towards); specially, to say grace at a meal

τῷ

G3588

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

θεῷ

G2316

to God

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

πάντοτε

G3842

always

every when, i.e., at all times

περὶ

G4012

for

properly, through (all over), i.e., around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive cas

πάντων

G3956

all

all, any, every, the whole

ὑμῶν,

G5216

you

of (from or concerning) you

μνείαν

G3417

mention

recollection; by implication, recital

ὑμῶν,

G5216

you

of (from or concerning) you

#10

ποιούμενοι

G4160

making

to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)

#11

ἐπὶ

G1909

of you in

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

#12

τῶν

G3588

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

#13

προσευχῶν

G4335

prayers

prayer (worship); by implication, an oratory (chapel)

#14

ἡμῶν

G2257

our

of (or from) us

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 1 Thessalonians. The concept of divine sovereignty reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The divine name or title here functions within biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

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 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 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?
How does this verse's literary context within 1 Thessalonians chapter 1 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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