Acts 25:2

Authorized King James Version

Then the high priest and the chief of the Jews informed him against Paul, and besought him,

Word-by-Word Analysis

ἐνεφάνισάν

G1718

informed him

to exhibit (in person) or disclose (by words)

δὲ

G1161

Then

but, and, etc

αὐτὸν

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

ὁ

G3588

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

ἀρχιερεύς

G749

the high priest

the high-priest (literally, of the jews; typically, christ); by extension a chief priest

καὶ

G2532

and

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

οἱ

G3588

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

πρῶτοι

G4413

the chief

foremost (in time, place, order or importance)

τῶν

G3588

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

#10

Ἰουδαίων

G2453

of the Jews

judaean, i.e., belonging to jehudah

#11

κατὰ

G2596

against

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

#12

τοῦ

G3588

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

#13

Παύλου

G3972

Paul

(little; but remotely from a derivative of g3973, meaning the same); paulus, the name of a roman and of an apostle

#14

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#15

παρεκάλουν

G3870

besought

to call near, i.e., invite, invoke (by imploration, hortation or consolation)

#16

αὐτὸν

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

Analysis

Within the broader context of Acts, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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

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 revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
How does this verse's literary context within Acts chapter 25 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?

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