1 Timothy 6:15

Authorized King James Version

Which in his times he shall shew, who is the blessed and only Potentate, the King of kings, and Lord of lords;

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
ἣν
G3739
Which
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
#2
καιροῖς
G2540
times
an occasion, i.e., set or proper time
#3
ἰδίοις
G2398
in his
pertaining to self, i.e., one's own; by implication, private or separate
#4
δείξει
G1166
he shall shew
to show (literally or figuratively)
#5
τῶν
G3588
who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#6
μακάριος
G3107
is the blessed
supremely blest; by extension, fortunate, well off
#7
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#8
μόνος
G3441
only
remaining, i.e., sole or single; by implication, mere
#9
δυνάστης
G1413
Potentate
a ruler or officer
#10
τῶν
G3588
who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
βασιλεὺς
G935
the King
a sovereign (abstractly, relatively, or figuratively)
#12
τῶν
G3588
who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#13
βασιλευόντων
G936
of kings
to rule (literally or figuratively)
#14
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#15
κύριος
G2962
Lord
supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)
#16
τῶν
G3588
who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#17
κυριευόντων
G2961
of lords
to rule

Analysis

Within the broader context of 1 Timothy, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. 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 Timothy.

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