2 Corinthians 10:14

Authorized King James Version

For we stretch not ourselves beyond our measure, as though we reached not unto you: for we are come as far as to you also in preaching the gospel of Christ:

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
οὐ
G3756
not
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
#2
γὰρ
G1063
For
properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
#3
ὡς
G5613
our measure as
which how, i.e., in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
#4
μὴ
G3361
not
(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether
#5
ἐφικνούμενοι
G2185
though we reached
to arrive upon, i.e., extend to
#6
εἰς
G1519
unto
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#7
ὑμᾶς
G5209
you
you (as the objective of a verb or preposition)
#8
ὑπερεκτείνομεν
G5239
beyond
to extend inordinately
#9
ἑαυτούς
G1438
ourselves
(him- her-, it-, them-, my-, thy-, our-, your-)self (selves), etc
#10
ἄχρι
G891
as far as
(of time) until or (of place) up to
#11
γὰρ
G1063
For
properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
#12
καὶ
G2532
also
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#13
ὑμῶν
G5216
to you
of (from or concerning) you
#14
ἐφθάσαμεν
G5348
we are come
to be beforehand, i.e., anticipate or precede; by extension, to have arrived at
#15
ἐν
G1722
in
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#16
τῷ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#17
εὐαγγελίῳ
G2098
preaching the gospel
a good message, i.e., the gospel
#18
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#19
Χριστοῦ
G5547
of Christ
anointed, i.e., the messiah, an epithet of jesus

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 2 Corinthians. 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 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