John 10:40

Authorized King James Version

And went away again beyond Jordan into the place where John at first baptized; and there he abode.

Word-by-Word Analysis

καὶ

G2532

And

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

ἀπῆλθεν

G565

went away

to go off (i.e., depart), aside (i.e., apart) or behind (i.e., follow), literally or figuratively

πάλιν

G3825

again

(adverbially) anew, i.e., (of place) back, (of time) once more, or (conjunctionally) furthermore or on the other hand

πέραν

G4008

beyond

through (as adverb or preposition), i.e., across

τοῦ

G3588

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

Ἰορδάνου

G2446

Jordan

the jordanes (i.e., jarden), a river of palestine

εἰς

G1519

into

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

τὸν

G3588

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

τόπον

G5117

the place

a spot (general in space, but limited by occupancy; whereas g5561 is a large but participle locality), i.e., location (as a position, home, tract, etc

#10

ὅπου

G3699

where

what(-ever) where, i.e., at whichever spot

#11

ἦν

G2258

i (thou, etc.) was (wast or were)

#12

Ἰωάννης

G2491

John

joannes (i.e., jochanan), the name of four israelites

#13

τὸ

G3588

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

#14

πρῶτον

G4413

foremost (in time, place, order or importance)

#15

βαπτίζων

G907

baptized

to immerse, submerge; to make whelmed (i.e., fully wet); used only (in the new testament) of ceremonial ablution, especially (technically) of the ordi

#16

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#17

ἔμεινεν

G3306

he abode

to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy)

#18

ἐκεῖ

G1563

there

there; by extension, thither

Analysis

The divine love theme here intersects with God's covenantal faithfulness demonstrated throughout salvation history. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of progressive revelation from covenant love in the Old Testament to agape love in the New. The phrase emphasizing divine revelation contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about hesed in the Old Testament and agape in the New Testament.

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.

Questions for Reflection

What practical applications emerge from understanding divine love as presented in this verse, particularly in light of responding to cultural confusion about the nature of love and relationships?
In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about divine love?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from covenant faithfulness to sacrificial love demonstrated in Christ, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?

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John 10:40

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