Galatians 5:24

Authorized King James Version

And they that are Christ's have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
ταῖς
G3588
they that are
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#2
δὲ
G1161
And
but, and, etc
#3
ταῖς
G3588
they that are
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#4
Χριστοῦ
G5547
Christ's
anointed, i.e., the messiah, an epithet of jesus
#5
ταῖς
G3588
they that are
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#6
σάρκα
G4561
the 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
#7
ἐσταύρωσαν
G4717
have crucified
to impale on the cross; figuratively, to extinguish (subdue) passion or selfishness
#8
σὺν
G4862
with
with or together (but much closer than g3326 or g3844), i.e., by association, companionship, process, resemblance, possession, instrumentality, additi
#9
ταῖς
G3588
they that are
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#10
παθήμασιν
G3804
the affections
something undergone, i.e., hardship or pain; subjectively, an emotion or influence
#11
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#12
ταῖς
G3588
they that are
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#13
ἐπιθυμίαις
G1939
lusts
a longing (especially for what is forbidden)

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing divine revelation contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

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