Acts 10:29

Authorized King James Version

Therefore came I unto you without gainsaying, as soon as I was sent for: I ask therefore for what intent ye have sent for me?

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
διὸ
Therefore
through which thing, i.e., consequently
#2
καὶ
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#3
ἀναντιῤῥήτως
unto you without gainsaying
promptly
#4
ἦλθον
came I
to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
#5
μετεπέμψασθέ
as soon as I was sent for
to send from elsewhere, i.e., (middle voice) to summon or invite
#6
πυνθάνομαι
I ask
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;
#7
οὖν
therefore
(adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
#8
τίνι
for what
an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
#9
λόγῳ
intent
something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a
#10
μετεπέμψασθέ
as soon as I was sent for
to send from elsewhere, i.e., (middle voice) to summon or invite
#11
με
me
me

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.

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