2 Corinthians 11:29

Authorized King James Version

Who is weak, and I am not weak? who is offended, and I burn not?

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
τίς
G5101
Who
an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
#2
ἀσθενῶ
G770
I am
to be feeble (in any sense)
#3
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#4
οὐκ
G3756
not
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
#5
ἀσθενῶ
G770
I am
to be feeble (in any sense)
#6
τίς
G5101
Who
an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
#7
σκανδαλίζεται
G4624
is offended
to entrap, i.e., trip up (figuratively, stumble (transitively) or entice to sin, apostasy or displeasure)
#8
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#9
οὐκ
G3756
not
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
#10
ἐγὼ
G1473
I
i, me
#11
πυροῦμαι
G4448
burn
to kindle, i.e., (passively) to be ignited, glow (literally), be refined (by implication), or (figuratively) to be inflamed (with anger, grief, lust)

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing divine revelation contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

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