1 Timothy 2:6

Authorized King James Version

Who gave himself a ransom for all, to be testified in due time.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
τὸ
G3588
Who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#2
δοὺς
G1325
gave
to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
#3
ἑαυτὸν
G1438
himself
(him- her-, it-, them-, my-, thy-, our-, your-)self (selves), etc
#4
ἀντίλυτρον
G487
a ransom
a redemption-price
#5
ὑπὲρ
G5228
for
"over", i.e., (with the genitive case) of place, above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding; with the accusative case super
#6
πάντων
G3956
all
all, any, every, the whole
#7
τὸ
G3588
Who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#8
μαρτύριον
G3142
to be testified
something evidential, i.e., (genitive case) evidence given or (specially), the decalogue (in the sacred tabernacle)
#9
καιροῖς
G2540
time
an occasion, i.e., set or proper time
#10
ἰδίοις
G2398
in due
pertaining to self, i.e., one's own; by implication, private or separate

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 1 Timothy. 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

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 revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection