1 Thessalonians 4:10

Authorized King James Version

And indeed ye do it toward all the brethren which are in all Macedonia: but we beseech you, brethren, that ye increase more and more;

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

γὰρ

G1063

indeed

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

ποιεῖτε

G4160

ye do

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

αὐτὸ

G846

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

εἰς

G1519

toward

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

πάντας

G3956

all

all, any, every, the whole

τῇ

G3588

which

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

ἀδελφοί

G80

brethren

a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like g0001)

τῇ

G3588

which

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

#10

ἐν

G1722

are in

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

#11

ὅλῃ

G3650

all

"whole" or "all", i.e., complete (in extent, amount, time or degree), especially (neuter) as noun or adverb

#12

τῇ

G3588

which

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

#13

Μακεδονίᾳ

G3109

Macedonia

macedonia, a region of greece

#14

παρακαλοῦμεν

G3870

we beseech

to call near, i.e., invite, invoke (by imploration, hortation or consolation)

#15

δὲ

G1161

but

but, and, etc

#16

ὑμᾶς

G5209

you

you (as the objective of a verb or preposition)

#17

ἀδελφοί

G80

brethren

a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like g0001)

#18

περισσεύειν

G4052

that ye increase

to superabound (in quantity or quality), be in excess, be superfluous; also (transitively) to cause to superabound or excel

#19

μᾶλλον

G3123

and more

(adverbially) more (in a greater degree)) or rather

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 1 Thessalonians. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. 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

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
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 understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?

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