2 Corinthians 11:31

Authorized King James Version

The God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which is blessed for evermore, knoweth that I lie not.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
τοὺς
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#2
θεὸς
G2316
The God
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)
#3
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#4
πατὴρ
G3962
Father
a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
#5
τοὺς
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#6
κυρίου
G2962
Lord
supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)
#7
ἡμῶν
G2257
of our
of (or from) us
#8
Ἰησοῦ
G2424
Jesus
jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites
#9
Χριστοῦ
G5547
Christ
anointed, i.e., the messiah, an epithet of jesus
#10
οἶδεν
G1492
knoweth
used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent g3700 and g3708; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by impl
#11
τοὺς
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#12
ὢν
G5607
is
being
#13
εὐλογητὸς
G2128
blessed
adorable
#14
εἰς
G1519
for
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#15
τοὺς
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#16
αἰῶνας
G165
evermore
properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (jewish) a messianic period (present or future)
#17
ὅτι
G3754
that I
demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
#18
οὐ
G3756
not
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
#19
ψεύδομαι
G5574
lie
to utter an untruth or attempt to deceive by falsehood

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 2 Corinthians. The concept of divine sovereignty reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The divine name or title here functions within biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. The original language emphasizes the covenant name Yahweh, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His promises, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

Historical Context

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection