John 19:32

Authorized King James Version

Then came the soldiers, and brake the legs of the first, and of the other which was crucified with him.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
ἦλθον
G2064
came
to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
#2
οὖν
G3767
Then
(adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
#3
τοῦ
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#4
στρατιῶται
G4757
the soldiers
a camper-out, i.e., a (common) warrior (literally or figuratively)
#5
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#6
τοῦ
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#7
μὲν
G3303
of the
properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with g1161 (this one, the former, etc.)
#8
πρώτου
G4413
first
foremost (in time, place, order or importance)
#9
κατέαξαν
G2608
brake
to rend in pieces, i.e., crack apart
#10
τοῦ
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
σκέλη
G4628
the legs
through the idea of leanness); the leg (as lank)
#12
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#13
τοῦ
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#14
ἄλλου
G243
of the other
"else," i.e., different (in many applications)
#15
τοῦ
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#16
συσταυρωθέντος
G4957
was crucified with
to impale in company with (literally or figuratively)
#17
αὐτῷ·
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 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 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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