Acts 22:14

Authorized King James Version

And he said, The God of our fathers hath chosen thee, that thou shouldest know his will, and see that Just One, and shouldest hear the voice of his mouth.

Word-by-Word Analysis

ὁ

G3588

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

δὲ

G1161

And

but, and, etc

εἶπεν

G2036

he said

to speak or say (by word or writing)

Ὁ

G3588

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

θεὸς

G2316

The God

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

τῶν

G3588

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

πατέρων

G3962

fathers

a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)

ἡμῶν

G2257

of our

of (or from) us

προεχειρίσατό

G4400

hath chosen

to handle for oneself in advance, i.e., (figuratively) to purpose

#10

σε

G4571

thee

#11

γνῶναι

G1097

that thou shouldest know

to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)

#12

τὸ

G3588

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

#13

θέλημα

G2307

will

a determination (properly, the thing), i.e., (actively) choice (specially, purpose, decree; abstractly, volition) or (passively) inclination

#14

αὐτοῦ

G846

his

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

#15

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#16

ἰδεῖν

G1492

see

used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent g3700 and g3708; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by impl

#17

τὸν

G3588

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

#18

δίκαιον

G1342

that Just One

equitable (in character or act); by implication, innocent, holy (absolutely or relatively)

#19

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#20

ἀκοῦσαι

G191

shouldest hear

to hear (in various senses)

#21

φωνὴν

G5456

the voice

a tone (articulate, bestial or artificial); by implication, an address (for any purpose), saying or language

#22

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

#23

τοῦ

G3588

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

#24

στόματος

G4750

mouth

the mouth (as if a gash in the face); by implication, language (and its relations); figuratively, an opening (in the earth); specially, the front or e

#25

αὐτοῦ

G846

his

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

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 this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
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 understanding divine sovereignty in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?

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