John 16:29

Authorized King James Version

His disciples said unto him, Lo, now speakest thou plainly, and speakest no proverb.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
λέγεις
G3004
said
properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an
#2
αὐτοῦ
G846
His
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
#3
οἱ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#4
μαθηταὶ
G3101
disciples
a learner, i.e., pupil
#5
αὐτοῦ
G846
His
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
#6
Ἴδε
G1492
used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent g3700 and g3708; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by impl
#7
νῦν
G3568
now
"now" (as adverb of date, a transition or emphasis); also as noun or adjective present or immediate
#8
παῤῥησίᾳ
G3954
plainly
all out-spokenness, i.e., frankness, bluntness, publicity; by implication, assurance
#9
λαλεῖς
G2980
speakest thou
to talk, i.e., utter words
#10
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#11
παροιμίαν
G3942
proverb
apparently a state alongside of supposition, i.e., (concretely) an adage; specially, an enigmatical or fictitious illustration
#12
οὐδεμίαν
G3762
no
not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e., none, nobody, nothing
#13
λέγεις
G3004
said
properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an

Analysis

Within the broader context of John, this passage highlights divine love through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, 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 revelation in this particular way.

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