2 Corinthians 11:9

Authorized King James Version

And when I was present with you, and wanted, I was chargeable to no man: for that which was lacking to me the brethren which came from Macedonia supplied: and in all things I have kept myself from being burdensome unto you, and so will I keep myself.

Word-by-Word Analysis

καὶ

G2532

And

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

παρὼν

G3918

when I was present

to be near, i.e., at hand; neuter present participle (singular) time being, or (plural) property

πρὸς

G4314

with

a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e., toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e., pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of,

ὑμᾶς

G5209

you

you (as the objective of a verb or preposition)

καὶ

G2532

And

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

ὑστερηθεὶς

G5302

wanted

to be later, i.e., (by implication) to be inferior; generally, to fall short (be deficient)

οὐ

G3756

I was

the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not

κατενάρκησα

G2655

chargeable

to grow utterly torpid, i.e., (by implication) slothful (figuratively, expensive)

οὐδενός·

G3762

to no man

not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e., none, nobody, nothing

#10

τὸ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#11

γὰρ

G1063

for

properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)

#12

ὑστέρημά

G5303

that which was lacking

a deficit; specially, poverty

#13

μου

G3450

to me

of me

#14

προσανεπλήρωσαν

G4322

supplied

to fill up further, i.e., furnish fully

#15

οἱ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#16

ἀδελφοὶ

G80

the brethren

a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like g0001)

#17

ἐλθόντες

G2064

which came

to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

#18

ἀπὸ

G575

from

"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)

#19

Μακεδονίας

G3109

Macedonia

macedonia, a region of greece

#20

καὶ

G2532

And

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#21

ἐν

G1722

"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc

#22

παντὶ

G3956

all

all, any, every, the whole

#23

ἀβαρῆ

from being burdensome

weightless, i.e., (figuratively) not burdensome

#24

ὑμῖν

G5213

unto you

to (with or by) you

#25

ἐμαυτὸν

G1683

myself

of myself so likewise the dative case ?????? <pronunciation strongs="em-ow-to'"/>, and accusative case ??????? <pronunciation strongs="em-ow-ton'"/>

#26

τηρήσω

G5083

so will I keep

to guard (from loss or injury, properly, by keeping the eye upon; and thus differing from g5442, which is properly to prevent escaping; and from g2892

#27

καὶ

G2532

And

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#28

τηρήσω

G5083

so will I keep

to guard (from loss or injury, properly, by keeping the eye upon; and thus differing from g5442, which is properly to prevent escaping; and from g2892

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Corinthians, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. 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 building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of 2 Corinthians.

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

What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?