2 Corinthians 4:16

Authorized King James Version

For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
Διὸ
G1352
For which cause
through which thing, i.e., consequently
#2
οὐκ
G3756
not
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
#3
ἐκκακοῦμεν,
G1573
we faint
to be (bad or) weak, i.e., (by implication) to fail (in heart)
#4
ἀλλ'
G235
but
properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
#5
εἰ
G1487
if, whether, that, etc
#6
καὶ
G2532
by
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#7
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#8
ἔξω
G1854
outward
out(-side) (of doors), literally or figuratively
#9
ἡμῶν
G2257
our
of (or from) us
#10
ἄνθρωπος
G444
man
man-faced, i.e., a human being
#11
διαφθείρεται
G1311
perish
to rot thoroughly, i.e., (by implication) to ruin (passively, decay utterly, figuratively, pervert)
#12
ἀλλ'
G235
but
properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
#13
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#14
ἔσωθεν
G2081
the inward
from inside; also used as equivalent to g2080 (inside)
#15
ἀνακαινοῦται
G341
man is renewed
to renovate
#16
ἡμέρᾳ
G2250
day
day, i.e., (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the jews as inclusive of
#17
καὶ
G2532
by
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#18
ἡμέρᾳ
G2250
day
day, i.e., (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the jews as inclusive of

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Corinthians, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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 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