John 11:52

Authorized King James Version

And not for that nation only, but that also he should gather together in one the children of God that were scattered abroad.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#2
οὐχ
G3756
not
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
#3
ὑπὲρ
G5228
for that
"over", i.e., (with the genitive case) of place, above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding; with the accusative case super
#4
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#5
ἔθνους
G1484
nation
a race (as of the same habit), i.e., a tribe; specially, a foreign (non-jewish) one (usually, by implication, pagan)
#6
μόνον
G3440
only
merely
#7
ἀλλ'
G235
but
properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
#8
ἵνα
G2443
that
in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
#9
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#10
τὰ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
τέκνα
G5043
the children
a child (as produced)
#12
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#13
θεοῦ
G2316
of God
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)
#14
τὰ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#15
διεσκορπισμένα
G1287
that were scattered abroad
to dissipate, i.e., (genitive case) to rout or separate; specially, to winnow; figuratively, to squander
#16
συναγάγῃ
G4863
he should gather together
to lead together, i.e., collect or convene; specially, to entertain (hospitably)
#17
εἰς
G1519
in
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#18
ἕν
G1520
one
one

Analysis

Within the broader context of John, this passage highlights divine love through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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.

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