John 19:2

Authorized King James Version

And the soldiers platted a crown of thorns, and put it on his head, and they put on him a purple robe,

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
οἱ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#3
στρατιῶται
G4757
the soldiers
a camper-out, i.e., a (common) warrior (literally or figuratively)
#4
πλέξαντες
G4120
platted
to twine or braid
#5
στέφανον
G4735
a crown
a chaplet (as a badge of royalty, a prize in the public games or a symbol of honor generally; but more conspicuous and elaborate than the simple fille
#6
ἐξ
G1537
of
a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct
#7
ἀκανθῶν
G173
thorns
a thorn
#8
ἐπέθηκαν
G2007
and put it on
to impose (in a friendly or hostile sense)
#9
αὐτόν
G846
him
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
#10
τῇ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
κεφαλῇ
G2776
head
the head (as the part most readily taken hold of), literally or figuratively
#12
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#13
ἱμάτιον
G2440
robe
a dress (inner or outer)
#14
πορφυροῦν
G4210
a purple
purpureal, i.e., bluish red
#15
περιέβαλον
G4016
they put on
to throw all around, i.e., invest (with a palisade or with clothing)
#16
αὐτόν
G846
him
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

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 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.

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