2 Timothy 1:15

This thou knowest, that all they which are in Asia be turned away from me; of whom are Phygellus and Hermogenes.

Word-by-Word Analysis

Οἶδας

G1492

thou knowest

used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent g3700 and g3708; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by impl

τοῦτο

G5124

This

that thing

ὅτι

G3754

that

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

ἀπεστράφησάν

G654

be turned away from

to turn away or back (literally or figuratively)

με

G3165

πάντες

G3956

all

all, any, every, the whole

οἱ

G3588

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

ἐν

G1722

they which are in

"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc

τῇ

G3588

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

#10

Ἀσίᾳ

G773

Asia

asia, i.e., asia minor, or (usually) only its western shore

#11

ὧν

G3739

of whom

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

#12

ἐστιν

G2076

are

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

#13

Φύγελλος

G5436

Phygellus

fugitive; phygellus, an apostate christian

#14

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#15

Ἑρμογένης

G2061

Hermogenes

born of hermes; hermogenes, an apostate christian

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 2 Timothy. The concept of divine revelation 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 divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
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?
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?