Acts 24:25

Authorized King James Version

And as he reasoned of righteousness, temperance, and judgment to come, Felix trembled, and answered, Go thy way for this time; when I have a convenient season, I will call for thee.

Word-by-Word Analysis

διαλεγομένου

G1256

as he reasoned

to say thoroughly, i.e., discuss (in argument or exhortation)

δὲ

G1161

And

but, and, etc

αὐτοῦ

G846

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

περὶ

G4012

properly, through (all over), i.e., around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive cas

δικαιοσύνης

G1343

righteousness

equity (of character or act); specially (christian) justification

καὶ

G2532

and

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

ἐγκρατείας

G1466

self-control (especially continence)

καὶ

G2532

and

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

τοῦ

G3588

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

#10

κρίματος

G2917

judgment

a decision (the function or the effect, for or against ("crime"))

#11

τοῦ

G3588

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

#12

μέλλοντος

G3195

to come

to intend, i.e., be about to be, do, or suffer something (of persons or things, especially events; in the sense of purpose, duty, necessity, probabili

#13

ἔσεσθαι,

G2071

will be

#14

ἔμφοβος

G1719

in fear, i.e., alarmed

#15

γενόμενος

G1096

trembled

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

#16

ὁ

G3588

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

#17

Φῆλιξ

G5344

Felix

happy; phelix (i.e., felix), a roman

#18

ἀπεκρίθη

G611

and answered

to conclude for oneself, i.e., (by implication) to respond; by hebraism (compare h6030) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)

#19

Τὸ

G3588

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

#20

νῦν

G3568

for this time

"now" (as adverb of date, a transition or emphasis); also as noun or adjective present or immediate

#21

ἔχον

G2192

I have

to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or conditio

#22

πορεύου

G4198

Go thy way

to traverse, i.e., travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.)

#23

καιρὸν

G2540

a convenient season

an occasion, i.e., set or proper time

#24

δὲ

G1161

And

but, and, etc

#25

μεταλαβὼν

G3335

to participate; genitive case, to accept (and use)

#26

μετακαλέσομαί

G3333

I will call for

to call elsewhere, i.e., summon

#27

σε

G4571

thee

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing righteousness contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

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 righteousness. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

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?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on righteousness address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
How might the original audience's understanding of righteousness differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?

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