John 10:23

Authorized King James Version

And Jesus walked in the temple in Solomon's porch.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
καὶ
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#2
περιεπάτει
walked
to tread all around, i.e., walk at large (especially as proof of ability); figuratively, to live, deport oneself, follow (as a companion or votary)
#3
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#4
Ἰησοῦς
Jesus
jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites
#5
ἐν
in
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#6
τῷ
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#7
ἱερῷ
the temple
a sacred place, i.e., the entire precincts (whereas g3485 denotes the central sanctuary itself) of the temple (at jerusalem or elsewhere)
#8
ἐν
in
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#9
τῇ
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#10
στοᾷ
porch
a colonnade or interior piazza
#11
τοῦ
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#12
Σολομῶντος
Solomon's
solomon (i.e., shelomoh), the son of david

Analysis

This verse develops the divine love theme central to John. The concept of divine revelation reflects the essential nature of God revealed through Christ. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to theological biography emphasizing Jesus' divine identity, 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 divine love within the theological tradition of John 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.

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