John 13:12

Authorized King James Version

So after he had washed their feet, and had taken his garments, and was set down again, he said unto them, Know ye what I have done to you?

Word-by-Word Analysis

Ὅτε

G3753

after

at which (thing) too, i.e., when

οὖν

G3767

(adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly

ἔνιψεν

G3538

he had washed

to cleanse (especially the hands or the feet or the face); ceremonially, to perform ablution

τοὺς

G3588

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

πόδας

G4228

feet

a "foot" (figuratively or literally)

αὐτοῖς

G846

their

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

καὶ

G2532

and

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

ἔλαβεν

G2983

had taken

while g0138 is more violent, to seize or remove))

τὰ

G3588

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

#10

ἱμάτια

G2440

garments

a dress (inner or outer)

#11

αὐτοῖς

G846

their

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

#12

ἀναπεσών

G377

and was set down

to fall back, i.e., lie down, lean back

#13

πάλιν

G3825

again

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

#14

εἶπεν

G2036

he said

to speak or say (by word or writing)

#15

αὐτοῖς

G846

their

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

#16

Γινώσκετε

G1097

Know ye

to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)

#17

τί

G5101

what

an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)

#18

πεποίηκα

G4160

I have done

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

#19

ὑμῖν

G5213

to you

to (with or by) you

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.

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 revelation address the problem of evil and suffering in light of God's goodness, and how should the church respond?
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?

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