Galatians 6:9

Authorized King James Version

And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
τὸ
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#2
δὲ
And
but, and, etc
#3
καλὸν
in well
properly, beautiful, but chiefly (figuratively) good (literally or morally), i.e., valuable or virtuous (for appearance or use, and thus distinguished
#4
ποιοῦντες
doing
to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
#5
μὴ
not
(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether
#6
ἐκκακῶμεν·
be weary
to be (bad or) weak, i.e., (by implication) to fail (in heart)
#7
καιρῷ
season
an occasion, i.e., set or proper time
#8
γὰρ
for
properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
#9
ἰδίῳ
in due
pertaining to self, i.e., one's own; by implication, private or separate
#10
θερίσομεν
we shall reap
to harvest
#11
μὴ
not
(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether
#12
ἐκλυόμενοι
if we faint
to relax (literally or figuratively)

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Galatians. 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 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