Hebrews 4:13

Authorized King James Version

Neither is there any creature that is not manifest in his sight: but all things are naked and opened unto the eyes of him with whom we have to do.

Word-by-Word Analysis

καὶ

G2532

Neither

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

οὐκ

G3756

the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not

ἔστιν

G2076

is there

he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are

κτίσις

G2937

any creature

original formation (properly, the act; by implication, the thing, literally or figuratively)

ἀφανὴς

G852

that is not manifest

non-apparent

ἐνώπιον

G1799

sight

in the face of (literally or figuratively)

αὐτοῦ

G846

in his

the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

πάντα

G3956

all things

all, any, every, the whole

δὲ

G1161

but

but, and, etc

#10

γυμνὰ

G1131

are naked

nude (absolute or relative, literal or figurative)

#11

καὶ

G2532

Neither

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#12

τετραχηλισμένα

G5136

opened

to seize by the throat or neck, i.e., to expose the gullet of a victim for killing (generally, to lay bare)

#13

τοῖς

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#14

ὀφθαλμοῖς

G3788

unto the eyes

the eye (literally or figuratively); by implication, vision; figuratively, envy (from the jealous side-glance)

#15

αὐτοῦ

G846

in his

the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

#16

πρὸς

G4314

with

a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e., toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e., pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of,

#17

ὃν

G3739

whom

the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that

#18

ἡμῖν

G2254

we have

to (or for, with, by) us

#19

ὁ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#20

λόγος

G3056

to do

something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a

Analysis

Within the broader context of Hebrews, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, 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 Hebrews.

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 divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?

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