Hebrews 10:15

Authorized King James Version

Whereof the Holy Ghost also is a witness to us: for after that he had said before,

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
Μαρτυρεῖ
is a witness
to be a witness, i.e., testify (literally or figuratively)
#2
δὲ
Whereof
but, and, etc
#3
ἡμῖν
to us
to (or for, with, by) us
#4
καὶ
also
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#5
τὸ
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#6
πνεῦμα
Ghost
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
#7
τὸ
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#8
ἅγιον·
G40
the Holy
sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
#9
μετὰ
after
properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession)
#10
γὰρ
for
properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
#11
τὸ
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#12
προειρηκέναι,
that he had said before
used as alternate of g4277; to say already, predict

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Hebrews. 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

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

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