Acts 2:25

Authorized King James Version

For David speaketh concerning him, I foresaw the Lord always before my face, for he is on my right hand, that I should not be moved:

Word-by-Word Analysis

Δαβὶδ

G1138

David

david, the israelite king

γὰρ

G1063

For

properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)

λέγει

G3004

speaketh

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

εἰς

G1519

concerning

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

αὐτόν

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

Προωρώμην

G4308

I foresaw

to behold in advance, i.e., (actively) to notice (another) previously, or (middle voice) to keep in (one's own) view

τὸν

G3588

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

κύριον

G2962

the Lord

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

ἐνώπιόν

G1799

before

in the face of (literally or figuratively)

#10

μού

G3450

of me

#11

διὰ

G1223

always

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

#12

παντός

G3956

all, any, every, the whole

#13

ὅτι

G3754

face for

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

#14

ἐκ

G1537

a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct

#15

δεξιῶν

G1188

right hand

the right side or (feminine) hand (as that which usually takes)

#16

μού

G3450

of me

#17

ἐστιν

G2076

he is

he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are

#18

ἵνα

G2443

that

in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)

#19

μὴ

G3361

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

#20

σαλευθῶ

G4531

I should

to waver, i.e., agitate, rock, topple or (by implication) destroy; figuratively, to disturb, incite

Analysis

Within the broader context of Acts, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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 literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of Acts Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine sovereignty in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

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?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine sovereignty address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
In what ways does understanding divine sovereignty in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?

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