1 Thessalonians 4:14

Authorized King James Version

For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him.

Word-by-Word Analysis

εἰ

G1487

if, whether, that, etc

γὰρ

G1063

For

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

πιστεύομεν

G4100

we believe

to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e., credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to ch

ὅτι

G3754

that

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

Ἰησοῦ

G2424

Jesus

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

ἀπέθανεν

G599

died

to die off (literally or figuratively)

καὶ

G2532

and

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

ἀνέστη

G450

rose again

to stand up (literal or figurative, transitive or intransitive)

οὕτως

G3779

even so

in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)

#10

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#11

ὁ

G3588

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

#12

θεὸς

G2316

God

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

#13

τοὺς

G3588

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

#14

κοιμηθέντας

G2837

which sleep

to put to sleep, i.e., (passively or reflexively) to slumber; figuratively, to decease

#15

διὰ

G1223

through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)

#16

τοῦ

G3588

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

#17

Ἰησοῦ

G2424

Jesus

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

#18

ἄξει

G71

bring

properly, to lead; by implication, to bring, drive, (reflexively) go, (specially) pass (time), or (figuratively) induce

#19

σὺν

G4862

with

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

#20

αὐτῷ

G846

him

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

Analysis

Within the broader context of 1 Thessalonians, 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 Thessalonians.

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 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?
How does this verse's literary context within 1 Thessalonians chapter 4 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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