Galatians 1:7

Authorized King James Version

Which is not another; but there be some that trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ.

Word-by-Word Analysis

ὃ

G3739

Which

the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that

οὐκ

G3756

not

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

ἔστιν

G2076

he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are

ἄλλο

G243

another

"else," i.e., different (in many applications)

εἰ

G1487

if, whether, that, etc

μή

G3361

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

τινές

G5100

some

some or any person or object

εἰσιν

G1526

but there be

they are

οἱ

G3588

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

#10

ταράσσοντες

G5015

trouble

to stir or agitate (roil water)

#11

ὑμᾶς

G5209

you

you (as the objective of a verb or preposition)

#12

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#13

θέλοντες

G2309

would

to determine (as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas g1014 properly denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations),

#14

μεταστρέψαι

G3344

pervert

to turn across, i.e., transmute or (figuratively) corrupt

#15

τὸ

G3588

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

#16

εὐαγγέλιον

G2098

the gospel

a good message, i.e., the gospel

#17

τοῦ

G3588

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

#18

Χριστοῦ

G5547

of Christ

anointed, i.e., the messiah, an epithet of jesus

Analysis

Within the broader context of Galatians, 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 establishing foundational concepts crucial to Galatians's theological argument.

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 Galatians 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 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?
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?