2 Peter 1:17

Authorized King James Version

For he received from God the Father honour and glory, when there came such a voice to him from the excellent glory, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.

Word-by-Word Analysis

λαβὼν

G2983

he received

while g0138 is more violent, to seize or remove))

γὰρ

G1063

For

properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)

παρὰ

G3844

from

properly, near; i.e., (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subj

θεοῦ

G2316

God

a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)

πατρὸς

G3962

the Father

a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)

τιμὴν

G5092

honour

a value, i.e., money paid, or (concretely and collectively) valuables; by analogy, esteem (especially of the highest degree), or the dignity itself

καὶ

G2532

and

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

δόξης

G1391

glory

glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)

φωνῆς

G5456

a voice

a tone (articulate, bestial or artificial); by implication, an address (for any purpose), saying or language

#10

ἐνεχθείσης

G5342

when there came

to "bear" or carry (in a very wide application, literally and figuratively, as follows)

#11

αὐτῷ

G846

to him

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

#12

τοιᾶσδε

G5107

such

such-like then, i.e., so great

#13

ὑπὸ

G5259

from

under, i.e., (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (

#14

τῆς

G3588

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

#15

μεγαλοπρεποῦς

G3169

the excellent

befitting greatness or magnificence (majestic)

#16

δόξης

G1391

glory

glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)

#17

οὗτός

G3778

This

the he (she or it), i.e., this or that (often with article repeated)

#18

ἐστιν

G2076

he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are

#19

Ὁ

G3588

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

#20

υἱός

G5207

Son

a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship

#21

μου

G3450

of me

#22

ὁ

G3588

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

#23

ἀγαπητός

G27

beloved

#24

εἰς

G1519

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

#25

ὃν

G3739

whom

the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that

#26

ἐγὼ

G1473

i, me

#27

εὐδόκησα

G2106

am well pleased

to think well of, i.e., approve (an act); specially, to approbate (a person or thing)

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 2 Peter. The concept of love 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 agape in Greek contexts or hesed in Hebrew, indicating covenantal loyalty, 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 love. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does understanding love in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
How does this verse's literary context within 2 Peter chapter 1 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
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?