Acts 5:28

Authorized King James Version

Saying, Did not we straitly command you that ye should not teach in this name? and, behold, ye have filled Jerusalem with your doctrine, and intend to bring this man's blood upon us.

Word-by-Word Analysis

λέγων,

G3004

Saying

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

Οὐ

G3756

not

the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not

παραγγελίᾳ

G3852

we straitly

a mandate

παρηγγείλαμεν

G3853

Did

to transmit a message, i.e., (by implication) to enjoin

ὑμῖν

G5213

you

to (with or by) you

μὴ

G3361

not

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

διδάσκειν

G1321

teach

to teach (in the same broad application)

ἐφ'

G1909

properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re

τῷ

G3588

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

#10

ὀνόματι

G3686

name

a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)

#11

τούτῳ

G5129

this

to (in, with or by) this (person or thing)

#12

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#13

ἰδού,

G2400

behold

used as imperative lo!

#14

πεπληρώκατε

G4137

ye have filled

to make replete, i.e., (literally) to cram (a net), level up (a hollow), or (figuratively) to furnish (or imbue, diffuse, influence), satisfy, execute

#15

τὴν

G3588

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

#16

Ἰερουσαλὴμ

G2419

Jerusalem

hierusalem (i.e., jerushalem), the capitol of palestine

#17

τῆς

G3588

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

#18

διδαχῆς

G1322

doctrine

instruction (the act or the matter)

#19

ὑμῶν

G5216

with your

of (from or concerning) you

#20

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#21

βούλεσθε

G1014

intend

to "will," i.e., (reflexively) be willing

#22

ἐπαγαγεῖν

G1863

to bring

to superinduce, i.e., inflict (an evil), charge (a crime)

#23

ἐφ'

G1909

properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re

#24

ἡμᾶς

G2248

#25

τὸ

G3588

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

#26

αἷμα

G129

blood

blood, literally (of men or animals), figuratively (the juice of grapes) or specially (the atoning blood of christ); by implication, bloodshed, also k

#27

τοῦ

G3588

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

#28

ἀνθρώπου

G444

man's

man-faced, i.e., a human being

#29

τούτου

G5127

this

of (from or concerning) this (person or thing)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Acts, this passage highlights salvation through rhetorical questioning that engages the reader. 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 this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
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?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?

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