2 Corinthians 11:6

Authorized King James Version

But though I be rude in speech, yet not in knowledge; but we have been throughly made manifest among you in all things.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
εἰ
G1487
if, whether, that, etc
#2
δὲ
G1161
But
but, and, etc
#3
καὶ
G2532
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#4
ἰδιώτης
G2399
I be rude
a private person, i.e., (by implication) an ignoramus (compare "idiot")
#5
τῷ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#6
λόγῳ
G3056
in speech
something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a
#7
ἀλλ'
G235
but
properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
#8
οὐ
G3756
not
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
#9
τῇ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#10
γνώσει
G1108
in knowledge
knowing (the act), i.e., (by implication) knowledge
#11
ἀλλ'
G235
but
properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
#12
ἐν
G1722
in
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#13
πᾶσιν
G3956
all things
all, any, every, the whole
#14
φανερωθέντες
G5319
made manifest
to render apparent (literally or figuratively)
#15
ἐν
G1722
in
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#16
πᾶσιν
G3956
all things
all, any, every, the whole
#17
εἰς
G1519
among
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#18
ὑμᾶς
G5209
you
you (as the objective of a verb or preposition)

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 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