2 Corinthians 8:24

Authorized King James Version

Wherefore shew ye to them, and before the churches, the proof of your love, and of our boasting on your behalf.

Word-by-Word Analysis

τὴν

G3588

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

οὖν

G3767

Wherefore

(adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly

ἔνδειξιν

G1732

the proof

indication (abstractly)

τῆς

G3588

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

ἀγάπης

G26

love

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

ὑμῶν

G5216

of your

of (from or concerning) you

καὶ

G2532

and

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

ἡμῶν

G2257

of our

of (or from) us

καυχήσεως

G2746

boasting

boasting (properly, the act; by implication, the object), in a good or a bad sense

#10

ὑπὲρ

G5228

behalf

"over", i.e., (with the genitive case) of place, above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding; with the accusative case super

#11

ὑμῶν

G5216

of your

of (from or concerning) you

#12

εἰς

G1519

before

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

#13

αὐτοὺς

G846

them

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

#14

ἐνδειξασθε

G1731

shew ye

to indicate (by word or act)

#15

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#16

εἰς

G1519

before

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

#17

πρόσωπον

G4383

the front (as being towards view), i.e., the countenance, aspect, appearance, surface; by implication, presence, person

#18

τῶν

G3588

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

#19

ἐκκλησιῶν

G1577

the churches

a calling out, i.e., (concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation (jewish synagogue, or christian community of members on earth

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Corinthians, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of love connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about love, 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 love. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on love address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
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?