2 Corinthians 13:14

Authorized King James Version

The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen.

Word-by-Word Analysis

Ἡ

G3588

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

χάρις

G5485

The grace

graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine influence upon the heart

τοῦ

G3588

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

Κυρίου

G2962

of the Lord

supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)

Ἰησοῦ

G2424

Jesus

jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites

Χριστοῦ

G5547

Christ

anointed, i.e., the messiah, an epithet of jesus

καὶ

G2532

and

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

ἡ

G3588

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

ἀγάπη

G26

the love

love, i.e., affection or benevolence; specially (plural) a love-feast

#10

τοῦ

G3588

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

#11

Θεοῦ,

G2316

of God

a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)

#12

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#13

ἡ

G3588

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

#14

κοινωνία

G2842

the communion

partnership, i.e., (literally) participation, or (social) intercourse, or (pecuniary) benefaction

#15

τοῦ

G3588

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

#16

Ἁγίου

G40

of the Holy

sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)

#17

Πνεύματος

G4151

Ghost

a current of air, i.e., breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e., (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital prin

#18

μετὰ

G3326

be with

properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession)

#19

πάντων

G3956

all

all, any, every, the whole

#20

ὑμῶν

G5216

you

of (from or concerning) you

#21

ἀμήν

G281

Amen

properly, firm, i.e., (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be it)

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Corinthians, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of grace connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about grace, 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

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

How does this verse's literary context within 2 Corinthians chapter 13 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
In what ways does understanding grace in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on grace address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?