Acts 19:26

Authorized King James Version

Moreover ye see and hear, that not alone at Ephesus, but almost throughout all Asia, this Paul hath persuaded and turned away much people, saying that they be no gods, which are made with hands:

Word-by-Word Analysis

καὶ

G2532

Moreover

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

θεωρεῖτε

G2334

ye see

to be a spectator of, i.e., discern, (literally, figuratively (experience) or intensively (acknowledge))

καὶ

G2532

Moreover

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

ἀκούετε

G191

hear

to hear (in various senses)

ὅτι

G3754

that

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

οὐκ

G3756

the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not

μόνον

G3440

alone

merely

Ἐφέσου

G2181

at Ephesus

ephesus, a city of asia minor

ἀλλὰ

G235

but

properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)

#10

σχεδὸν

G4975

almost

nigh, i.e., nearly

#11

πάσης

G3956

throughout all

all, any, every, the whole

#12

οἱ

G3588

which

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

#13

Ἀσίας

G773

Asia

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

#14

οἱ

G3588

which

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

#15

Παῦλος

G3972

Paul

(little; but remotely from a derivative of g3973, meaning the same); paulus, the name of a roman and of an apostle

#16

οὗτος

G3778

this

the he (she or it), i.e., this or that (often with article repeated)

#17

πείσας

G3982

hath persuaded

to convince (by argument, true or false); by analogy, to pacify or conciliate (by other fair means); reflexively or passively, to assent (to evidence

#18

μετέστησεν

G3179

and turned away

to transfer, i.e., carry away, depose or (figuratively) exchange, seduce

#19

ἱκανὸν

G2425

much

competent (as if coming in season), i.e., ample (in amount) or fit (in character)

#20

ὄχλον

G3793

people

a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot

#21

λέγων

G3004

saying

properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an

#22

ὅτι

G3754

that

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

#23

οὐκ

G3756

the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not

#24

εἰσὶν

G1526

they be

they are

#25

θεοὶ

G2316

gods

a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)

#26

οἱ

G3588

which

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

#27

διὰ

G1223

with

through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)

#28

χειρῶν

G5495

hands

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

#29

γινόμενοι

G1096

are made

to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e., (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Acts, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Acts.

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

In what ways does understanding divine sovereignty in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about 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?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine sovereignty differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?

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