Acts 13:11

Authorized King James Version

And now, behold, the hand of the Lord is upon thee, and thou shalt be blind, not seeing the sun for a season. And immediately there fell on him a mist and a darkness; and he went about seeking some to lead him by the hand.

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

νῦν

G3568

now

"now" (as adverb of date, a transition or emphasis); also as noun or adjective present or immediate

ἰδού,

G2400

behold

used as imperative lo!

χεὶρ

G5495

the hand

the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by hebraism) a means or instrument)

τοῦ

G3588

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

κυρίου

G2962

of the Lord

supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)

ἐπ'

G1909

is 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

σέ

G4571

thee

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#10

ἔσῃ

G2071

thou shalt be

will be

#11

τυφλὸς

G5185

blind

opaque (as if smoky), i.e., (by analogy) blind (physically or mentally)

#12

μὴ

G3361

not

(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether

#13

βλέπων

G991

seeing

to look at (literally or figuratively)

#14

τὸν

G3588

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

#15

ἥλιον

G2246

the sun

the sun; by implication, light

#16

ἄχρι

G891

for

(of time) until or (of place) up to

#17

καιροῦ

G2540

a season

an occasion, i.e., set or proper time

#18

παραχρῆμά

G3916

immediately

at the thing itself, i.e., instantly

#19

δὲ

G1161

And

but, and, etc

#20

ἐπέπεσεν

G1968

there fell

to embrace (with affection) or seize (with more or less violence; literally or figuratively)

#21

ἐπ'

G1909

is 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

#22

αὐτὸν

G846

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

#23

ἀχλὺς

G887

a mist

dimness of sight, i.e., (probably) a cataract

#24

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#25

σκότος

G4655

a darkness

shadiness, i.e., obscurity (literally or figuratively)

#26

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#27

περιάγων

G4013

he went about

to take around (as a companion); reflexively, to walk around

#28

ἐζήτει

G2212

seeking

to seek (literally or figuratively); specially, (by hebraism) to worship (god), or (in a bad sense) to plot (against life)

#29

χειραγωγούς

G5497

some to lead him by the hand

a hand-leader, i.e., personal conductor (of a blind person)

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Acts. The concept of divine sovereignty 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 the covenant name Yahweh, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His promises, 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 sovereignty. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

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?
What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
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?

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