Acts 4:6

Authorized King James Version

And Annas the high priest, and Caiaphas, and John, and Alexander, and as many as were of the kindred of the high priest, were gathered together at Jerusalem.

Word-by-Word Analysis

καὶ

G2532

And

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

Ἄνναν

G452

Annas

annas (i.e., g0367), an israelite

τὸν

G3588

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

ἀρχιερέα

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

Καϊάφαν,

G2533

Caiaphas

the dell; caiaphas (i.e., cajepha), an israelite

καὶ

G2532

And

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

Ἰωάννην

G2491

John

joannes (i.e., jochanan), the name of four israelites

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#10

Ἀλέξανδρον

G223

Alexander

alexander, the name of three israelites and one other man

#11

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#12

ὅσοι

G3745

as many as

as (much, great, long, etc.) as

#13

ἦσαν

G2258

were

i (thou, etc.) was (wast or were)

#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

γένους

G1085

the kindred

"kin" (abstract or concrete, literal or figurative, individual or collective)

#16

ἀρχιερατικοῦ

G748

of the high priest

high-priestly

Analysis

Within the broader context of Acts, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. 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

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?
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?
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?

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