John 11:15

Authorized King James Version

And I am glad for your sakes that I was not there, to the intent ye may believe; nevertheless let us go unto him.

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

χαίρω

G5463

I am glad

to be "cheer"ful, i.e., calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation (on meeting or parting), be well

δι'

G1223

for

through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)

ὑμᾶς

G5209

your sakes

you (as the objective of a verb or preposition)

ἵνα

G2443

to the intent

in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)

πιστεύσητε

G4100

ye may believe

to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e., credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to ch

ὅτι

G3754

that

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

οὐκ

G3756

not

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

ἤμην

G2252

I was

i was

#10

ἐκεῖ·

G1563

there

there; by extension, thither

#11

ἀλλ'

G235

nevertheless

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

#12

ἄγωμεν

G71

let us go

properly, to lead; by implication, to bring, drive, (reflexively) go, (specially) pass (time), or (figuratively) induce

#13

πρὸς

G4314

unto

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,

#14

αὐτόν

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

Analysis

This verse develops the faith and obedience theme central to John. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of faith and obedience within biblical theology. 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 faith and obedience 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

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from law observance to faith in Christ as the means of righteousness, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
What practical applications emerge from understanding faith and obedience as presented in this verse, particularly in light of challenging cultural relativism with objective truth claims?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address the relationship between faith and works in salvation, and how should the church respond?

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John 11:15

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