Acts 10:18

Authorized King James Version

And called, and asked whether Simon, which was surnamed Peter, were lodged there.

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

φωνήσαντες

G5455

called

to emit a sound (animal, human or instrumental); by implication, to address in words or by name, also in imitation

ἐπυνθάνοντο

G4441

and asked

to question, i.e., ascertain by inquiry (as a matter of information merely; and thus differing from g2065, which properly means a request as a favor;

εἰ

G1487

whether

if, whether, that, etc

Σίμων

G4613

Simon

simon (i.e., shimon), the name of nine israelites

ὁ

G3588

which

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

ἐπικαλούμενος

G1941

was surnamed

to entitle; by implication, to invoke (for aid, worship, testimony, decision, etc.)

Πέτρος

G4074

Peter

a (piece of) rock (larger than g3037); as a name, petrus, an apostle

ἐνθάδε

G1759

there

properly, within, i.e., (of place) here, hither

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ξενίζεται

G3579

were lodged

to be a host (passively, a guest); by implication, be (make, appear) strange

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 literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of Acts Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
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 understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?

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