Acts 1:26

Authorized King James Version

And they gave forth their lots; and the lot fell upon Matthias; and he was numbered with the eleven apostles.

Word-by-Word Analysis

καὶ

G2532

And

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

ἔδωκαν

G1325

they gave forth

to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)

κλῆρος

G2819

lots

a die (for drawing chances); by implication, a portion (as if so secured); by extension, an acquisition (especially a patrimony, figuratively)

αὐτῶν,

G846

their

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

καὶ

G2532

And

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

ἔπεσεν

G4098

fell

to fall (literally or figuratively)

ὁ

G3588

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

κλῆρος

G2819

lots

a die (for drawing chances); by implication, a portion (as if so secured); by extension, an acquisition (especially a patrimony, figuratively)

ἐπὶ

G1909

upon

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

#10

Ματθίαν,

G3159

Matthias

matthias (i.e., mattithjah), an israelite

#11

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#12

συγκατεψηφίσθη

G4785

he was numbered

to count down in company with, i.e., enroll among

#13

μετὰ

G3326

with

properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession)

#14

τῶν

G3588

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

#15

ἕνδεκα

G1733

the eleven

one and ten, i.e., eleven

#16

ἀποστόλων

G652

apostles

a delegate; specially, an ambassador of the gospel; officially a commissioner of christ ("apostle") (with miraculous powers)

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Acts. 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 the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
How does this verse's literary context within Acts chapter 1 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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