John 10:33

Authorized King James Version

The Jews answered him, saying, For a good work we stone thee not; but for blasphemy; and because that thou, being a man, makest thyself God.

Word-by-Word Analysis

ἀπεκρίθησαν

G611

answered

to conclude for oneself, i.e., (by implication) to respond; by hebraism (compare h6030) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)

αὐτῷ

G846

him

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

οἱ

G3588

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

Ἰουδαῖοι

G2453

The Jews

judaean, i.e., belonging to jehudah

λέγοντες,

G3004

saying

properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an

περὶ

G4012

For

properly, through (all over), i.e., around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive cas

καλοῦ

G2570

a good

properly, beautiful, but chiefly (figuratively) good (literally or morally), i.e., valuable or virtuous (for appearance or use, and thus distinguished

ἔργου

G2041

work

toil (as an effort or occupation); by implication, an act

οὐ

G3756

not

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

#10

λιθάζομέν

G3034

we stone

to lapidate

#11

σε

G4571

thee

#12

ἀλλὰ

G235

but

properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)

#13

περὶ

G4012

For

properly, through (all over), i.e., around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive cas

#14

βλασφημίας

G988

blasphemy

vilification (especially against god)

#15

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#16

ὅτι

G3754

because

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

#17

σὺ

G4771

that thou

thou

#18

ἄνθρωπος

G444

a man

man-faced, i.e., a human being

#19

ὢν

G5607

being

#20

ποιεῖς

G4160

makest

to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)

#21

σεαυτὸν

G4572

thyself

of (with, to) thyself

#22

θεόν

G2316

God

a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)

Analysis

Within the broader context of John, this passage highlights divine love through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, 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 John.

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 sovereignty in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of divine love, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of theology proper and the doctrine of God?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine sovereignty address the problem of evil and suffering in light of God's goodness, and how should the church respond?
How does the divine love theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?

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