Galatians 4:14

Authorized King James Version

And my temptation which was in my flesh ye despised not, nor rejected; but received me as an angel of God, even as Christ Jesus.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#2
τὸν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#3
πειρασμὸν
G3986
temptation
a putting to proof (by experiment (of good), experience (of evil), solicitation, discipline or provocation); by implication, adversity
#4
μοῦ
G3450
my
of me
#5
τὸν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#6
ἐν
G1722
which was in
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#7
τῇ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#8
σαρκί
G4561
flesh
flesh (as stripped of the skin), i.e., (strictly) the meat of an animal (as food), or (by extension) the body (as opposed to the soul (or spirit), or
#9
μοῦ
G3450
my
of me
#10
οὐκ
G3756
not
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
#11
ἐξουθενήσατε
G1848
ye despised
to despise
#12
οὐδὲ
G3761
nor
not however, i.e., neither, nor, not even
#13
ἐξεπτύσατε
G1609
rejected
to spit out, i.e., (figuratively) spurn
#14
ἀλλ'
G235
but
properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
#15
ὡς
G5613
as
which how, i.e., in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
#16
ἄγγελον
G32
an angel
compare g0034) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
#17
θεοῦ
G2316
of God
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)
#18
ἐδέξασθέ
G1209
received
to receive (in various applications, literally or figuratively)
#19
με
G3165
me
me
#20
ὡς
G5613
as
which how, i.e., in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
#21
Χριστὸν
G5547
Christ
anointed, i.e., the messiah, an epithet of jesus
#22
Ἰησοῦν
G2424
Jesus
jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites

Analysis

Within the broader context of Galatians, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, 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 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 sovereignty in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection