Galatians 3:14

Authorized King James Version

That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
ἵνα
G2443
That
in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
#2
εἰς
G1519
on
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#3
τὰ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#4
ἔθνη
G1484
the Gentiles
a race (as of the same habit), i.e., a tribe; specially, a foreign (non-jewish) one (usually, by implication, pagan)
#5
ἡ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#6
εὐλογία
G2129
the blessing
fine speaking, i.e., elegance of language; commendation ("eulogy"), i.e., (reverentially) adoration; religiously, benediction; by implication, consecr
#7
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#8
Ἀβραὰμ
G11
of Abraham
abraham, the hebrew patriarch
#9
γένηται
G1096
might come
to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e., (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
#10
ἐν
G1722
through
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#11
Χριστῷ
G5547
Christ
anointed, i.e., the messiah, an epithet of jesus
#12
Ἰησοῦ
G2424
Jesus
jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites
#13
ἵνα
G2443
That
in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
#14
τὴν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#15
ἐπαγγελίαν
G1860
the promise
an announcement (for information, assent or pledge; especially a divine assurance of good)
#16
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#17
πνεύματος
G4151
of the Spirit
a current of air, i.e., breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e., (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital prin
#18
λάβωμεν
G2983
we might receive
while g0138 is more violent, to seize or remove))
#19
διὰ
G1223
through
through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
#20
τῆς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#21
πίστεως
G4102
faith
persuasion, i.e., credence; moral conviction (of religious truth, or the truthfulness of god or a religious teacher), especially reliance upon christ

Analysis

Within the broader context of Galatians, this passage highlights covenant through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of faith connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about faith, 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 Galatians.

Historical Context

The historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood faith. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection