Acts 2:10

Authorized King James Version

Phrygia, and Pamphylia, in Egypt, and in the parts of Libya about Cyrene, and strangers of Rome, Jews and proselytes,

Word-by-Word Analysis

Φρυγίαν

G5435

Phrygia

phrygia, a region of asia minor

τε

G5037

and

both or also (properly, as correlation of g2532)

καὶ

G2532

and

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

Παμφυλίαν

G3828

Pamphylia

every-tribal, i.e., heterogeneous (g5561 being implied); pamphylia, a region of asia minor

Αἴγυπτον

G125

in Egypt

aegyptus, the land of the nile

καὶ

G2532

and

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

τὰ

G3588

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

μέρη

G3313

in the parts

a division or share (literally or figuratively, in a wide application)

τῆς

G3588

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

#10

Λιβύης

G3033

of Libya

libye, a region of africa

#11

τῆς

G3588

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

#12

κατὰ

G2596

about

(prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)

#13

Κυρήνην

G2957

Cyrene

cyrene, a region of africa

#14

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#15

οἱ

G3588

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

#16

ἐπιδημοῦντες

G1927

strangers

to make oneself at home, i.e., (by extension) to reside (in a foreign country)

#17

Ῥωμαῖοι

G4514

of Rome

romaean, i.e., roman (as noun)

#18

Ἰουδαῖοί

G2453

Jews

judaean, i.e., belonging to jehudah

#19

τε

G5037

and

both or also (properly, as correlation of g2532)

#20

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#21

προσήλυτοι

G4339

proselytes

an arriver from a foreign region, i.e., (specially), an acceder (convert) to judaism ("proselyte")

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

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?
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 this verse's literary context within Acts chapter 2 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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