2 Corinthians 7:13

Authorized King James Version

Therefore we were comforted in your comfort: yea, and exceedingly the more joyed we for the joy of Titus, because his spirit was refreshed by you all.

Word-by-Word Analysis

διὰ

G1223

Therefore

through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)

τοῦτο

G5124

that thing

παρακεκλήμεθα

G3870

we were comforted

to call near, i.e., invite, invoke (by imploration, hortation or consolation)

ἐπὶ

G1909

for

properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re

τῇ

G3588

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

παρακλήσει

G3874

comfort

imploration, hortation, solace

ὑμῶν

G5216

you

of (from or concerning) you

περισσοτέρως

G4056

exceedingly

more superabundantly

δὲ

G1161

yea and

but, and, etc

#10

μᾶλλον

G3123

the more

(adverbially) more (in a greater degree)) or rather

#11

ἐχάρημεν

G5463

joyed we

to be "cheer"ful, i.e., calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation (on meeting or parting), be well

#12

ἐπὶ

G1909

for

properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re

#13

τῇ

G3588

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

#14

χαρᾷ

G5479

the joy

cheerfulness, i.e., calm delight

#15

Τίτου

G5103

of Titus

titus, a christian

#16

ὅτι

G3754

because

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

#17

ἀναπέπαυται

G373

was refreshed

(reflexively) to repose (literally or figuratively (be exempt), remain); by implication, to refresh

#18

τὸ

G3588

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

#19

πνεῦμα

G4151

spirit

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

#20

αὐτοῦ

G846

his

the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

#21

ἀπὸ

G575

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

#22

πάντων

G3956

all

all, any, every, the whole

#23

ὑμῶν

G5216

you

of (from or concerning) you

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 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

In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
How does this verse's literary context within 2 Corinthians chapter 7 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?