2 Corinthians 1:11

Authorized King James Version

Ye also helping together by prayer for us, that for the gift bestowed upon us by the means of many persons thanks may be given by many on our behalf.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
συνυπουργούντων
G4943
helping together
to be a co-auxiliary, i.e., assist
#2
καὶ
G2532
also
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#3
ὑμῶν
G5216
Ye
of (from or concerning) you
#4
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
#5
ἡμῶν
G2257
on our behalf
of (or from) us
#6
τῇ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#7
δεήσει
G1162
by prayer
a petition
#8
ἵνα
G2443
that
in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
#9
ἐκ
G1537
by
a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct
#10
πολλῶν
G4183
many
(singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
#11
προσώπων
G4383
persons
the front (as being towards view), i.e., the countenance, aspect, appearance, surface; by implication, presence, person
#12
τὸ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#13
εἰς
G1519
bestowed upon
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#14
ἡμᾶς
G2248
us
us
#15
χάρισμα
G5486
for the gift
a (divine) gratuity, i.e., deliverance (from danger or passion); (specially), a (spiritual) endowment, i.e., (subjectively) religious qualification, o
#16
διὰ
G1223
by
through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
#17
πολλῶν
G4183
many
(singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
#18
εὐχαριστηθῇ
G2168
thanks may be
to be grateful, i.e., (actively) to express gratitude (towards); specially, to say grace at a meal
#19
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
#20
ἡμῶν
G2257
on our behalf
of (or from) us

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Corinthians, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by establishing foundational concepts crucial to 2 Corinthians's theological argument.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of 2 Corinthians Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection