2 Corinthians 2:12

Authorized King James Version

Furthermore, when I came to Troas to preach Christ's gospel, and a door was opened unto me of the Lord,

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
Ἐλθὼν
G2064
when I came
to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
#2
δὲ
G1161
Furthermore
but, and, etc
#3
εἰς
G1519
to
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#4
τὴν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#5
Τρῳάδα
G5174
Troas
the troad (or plain of troy), i.e., troas, a place in asia minor
#6
εἰς
G1519
to
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#7
τὸ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#8
εὐαγγέλιον
G2098
gospel
a good message, i.e., the gospel
#9
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#10
Χριστοῦ
G5547
preach Christ's
anointed, i.e., the messiah, an epithet of jesus
#11
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#12
θύρας
G2374
a door
a portal or entrance (the opening or the closure, literally or figuratively)
#13
μοι
G3427
unto me
to me
#14
ἀνεῳγμένης
G455
was opened
to open up (literally or figuratively, in various applications)
#15
ἐν
G1722
of
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#16
κυρίῳ
G2962
the Lord
supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)

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 Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.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