John 17:8

Authorized King James Version

For I have given unto them the words which thou gavest me; and they have received them, and have known surely that I came out from thee, and they have believed that thou didst send me.

Word-by-Word Analysis

ὅτι

G3754

For

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

τὰ

G3588

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

ῥήματα

G4487

the words

an utterance (individually, collectively or specially),; by implication, a matter or topic (especially of narration, command or dispute); with a negat

ἃ

G3739

which

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

δέδωκα

G1325

I have given

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

μοι

G3427

to me

δέδωκα

G1325

I have given

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

αὐτοὶ

G846

unto them

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

#10

αὐτοὶ

G846

unto them

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

#11

ἔλαβον

G2983

they have received

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

#12

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#13

ἔγνωσαν

G1097

have known

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

#14

ἀληθῶς

G230

surely

truly

#15

ὅτι

G3754

For

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

#16

παρὰ

G3844

from

properly, near; i.e., (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subj

#17

σοῦ

G4675

thee

of thee, thy

#18

ἐξῆλθον

G1831

I came out

to issue (literally or figuratively)

#19

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#20

ἐπίστευσαν

G4100

they have believed

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

#21

ὅτι

G3754

For

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

#22

σύ

G4771

thou

#23

με

G3165

#24

ἀπέστειλας

G649

didst send

set apart, i.e., (by implication) to send out (properly, on a mission) literally or figuratively

Analysis

Within the broader context of John, this passage highlights faith and obedience 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

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on faith and obedience particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
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?
How does the faith and obedience theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?

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