Acts 8:13

Authorized King James Version

Then Simon himself believed also: and when he was baptized, he continued with Philip, and wondered, beholding the miracles and signs which were done.

Word-by-Word Analysis

ὁ

G3588

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

δὲ

G1161

Then

but, and, etc

Σίμων

G4613

Simon

simon (i.e., shimon), the name of nine israelites

καὶ

G2532

also

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

αὐτὸς

G846

himself

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

ἐπίστευσεν

G4100

believed

to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e., credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to ch

καὶ

G2532

also

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

βαπτισθεὶς

G907

when he was baptized

to immerse, submerge; to make whelmed (i.e., fully wet); used only (in the new testament) of ceremonial ablution, especially (technically) of the ordi

ἦν

G2258

he continued

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

#10

προσκαρτερῶν

G4342

to be earnest towards, i.e., (to a thing) to persevere, be constantly diligent, or (in a place) to attend assiduously all the exercises, or (to a pers

#11

τῷ

G3588

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

#12

Φιλίππῳ

G5376

with Philip

fond of horses; philippus, the name of four israelites

#13

θεωρῶν

G2334

beholding

to be a spectator of, i.e., discern, (literally, figuratively (experience) or intensively (acknowledge))

#14

τε

G5037

and

both or also (properly, as correlation of g2532)

#15

σημεῖα

G4592

signs

an indication, especially ceremonially or supernaturally

#16

καὶ

G2532

also

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

#17

δυνάμεις

G1411

the miracles

force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)

#18

μεγάλας

G3173

big (literally or figuratively, in a very wide application)

#19

γινομένας

G1096

which were done

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

#20

ἐξίστατο

G1839

wondered

to put (stand) out of wits, i.e., astound, or (reflexively) become astounded, insane

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Acts. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

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?
In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?

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