2 Peter 1:12

Authorized King James Version

Wherefore I will not be negligent to put you always in remembrance of these things, though ye know them, and be established in the present truth.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
Διὸ
G1352
Wherefore
through which thing, i.e., consequently
#2
οὐκ
G3756
not
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
#3
ἀμελήσω
G272
I will
to be careless of
#4
ὑμᾶς
G5209
you
you (as the objective of a verb or preposition)
#5
ἀεὶ
G104
always
"ever," by qualification regularly; by implication, earnestly
#6
ὑπομιμνῄσκειν
G5279
in remembrance
to remind quietly, i.e., suggest to the (middle voice, one's own) memory
#7
περὶ
G4012
of
properly, through (all over), i.e., around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive cas
#8
τούτων
G5130
these things
of (from or concerning) these (persons or things)
#9
καίπερ
G2539
though
and indeed, i.e., nevertheless or notwithstanding
#10
εἰδότας
G1492
ye know
used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent g3700 and g3708; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by impl
#11
καὶ
G2532
them and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#12
ἐστηριγμένους
G4741
be established
to set fast, i.e., (literally) to turn resolutely in a certain direction, or (figuratively) to confirm
#13
ἐν
G1722
in
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#14
τῇ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#15
παρούσῃ
G3918
the present
to be near, i.e., at hand; neuter present participle (singular) time being, or (plural) property
#16
ἀληθείᾳ
G225
truth
truth

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 2 Peter. The concept of truth reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

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 truth. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection