Acts 2:18

Authorized King James Version

And on my servants and on my handmaidens I will pour out in those days of my Spirit; and they shall prophesy:

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#2
γε
G1065
doubtless, since
#3
ἐπὶ
G1909
on
properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re
#4
τοὺς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#5
δούλους
G1401
servants
a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or subserviency)
#6
μου
G3450
my
of me
#7
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#8
ἐπὶ
G1909
on
properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re
#9
τὰς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#10
δούλας
G1399
handmaidens
a female slave (involuntarily or voluntarily)
#11
μου
G3450
my
of me
#12
ἐν
G1722
in
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#13
ταῖς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#14
ἡμέραις
G2250
days
day, i.e., (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the jews as inclusive of
#15
ἐκείναις
G1565
those
that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
#16
ἐκχεῶ
G1632
I will pour out
to pour forth; figuratively, to bestow
#17
ἀπὸ
G575
of
"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
#18
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#19
πνεύματός
G4151
Spirit
a current of air, i.e., breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e., (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital prin
#20
μου
G3450
my
of me
#21
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#22
προφητεύσουσιν
G4395
they shall prophesy
to foretell events, divine, speak under inspiration, exercise the prophetic office

Analysis

Within the broader context of Acts, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, 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

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

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