John 17:11

Authorized King James Version

And now I am no more in the world, but these are in the world, and I come to thee. Holy Father, keep through thine own name those whom thou hast given me, that they may be one, as we are.

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

οὐκ

G3756

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

ἔτι

G2089

no more

"yet," still (of time or degree)

εἰμὶ

G1510

I am

i exist (used only when emphatic)

ἐν

G1722

"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc

τῷ

G3588

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

κόσμῳ

G2889

the world

orderly arrangement, i.e., decoration; by implication, the world (including its inhabitants, literally or figuratively (morally))

καὶ

G2532

And

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

οὗτοι

G3778

these

the he (she or it), i.e., this or that (often with article repeated)

#10

ἐν

G1722

"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc

#11

τῷ

G3588

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

#12

κόσμῳ

G2889

the world

orderly arrangement, i.e., decoration; by implication, the world (including its inhabitants, literally or figuratively (morally))

#13

εἰσίν

G1526

are

they are

#14

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#15

ἐγὼ

G1473

i, me

#16

πρὸς

G4314

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,

#17

σὲ

G4571

thee

#18

ἔρχομαι

G2064

come

to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

#19

Πάτερ

G3962

Father

a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)

#20

ἅγιε

G40

Holy

sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)

#21

τήρησον

G5083

keep

to guard (from loss or injury, properly, by keeping the eye upon; and thus differing from g5442, which is properly to prevent escaping; and from g2892

#22

αὐτοὺς

G846

those

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

#23

ἐν

G1722

"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc

#24

τῷ

G3588

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

#25

ὀνόματί

G3686

name

a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)

#26

σου

G4675

thine own

of thee, thy

#27

οὕς

G3739

whom

the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that

#28

δέδωκάς

G1325

thou hast given

to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)

#29

μοι

G3427

to me

#30

ἵνα

G2443

that

in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)

#31

ὦσιν

G5600

they may be

(may, might, can, could, would, should, must, etc.; also with g1487 and its comparative, as well as with other particles) be

#32

ἓν

G1520

one

#33

καθὼς

G2531

just (or inasmuch) as, that

#34

ἡμεῖς

G2249

we (only used when emphatic)

Analysis

Within the broader context of John, this passage highlights divine love through simile or metaphorical language. 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 historical context of the late first century during increasing tension between synagogue and church provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The late first-century Jewish-Christian tensions and Hellenistic thought would have shaped how the original audience understood divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

How does the divine love theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
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?
How does this verse's literary context within John chapter 17 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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