John 3:34

Authorized King James Version

For he whom God hath sent speaketh the words of God: for God giveth not the Spirit by measure unto him.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
ὃν
G3739
he whom
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
#2
γὰρ
G1063
For
properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
#3
ἀπέστειλεν
G649
hath sent
set apart, i.e., (by implication) to send out (properly, on a mission) literally or figuratively
#4
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#5
Θεὸς,
G2316
God
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)
#6
τὰ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#7
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
#8
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#9
Θεὸς,
G2316
God
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)
#10
λαλεῖ
G2980
speaketh
to talk, i.e., utter words
#11
οὐ
G3756
not
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
#12
γὰρ
G1063
For
properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
#13
ἐκ
G1537
by
a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct
#14
μέτρου
G3358
measure
a measure ("metre"), literally or figuratively; by implication, a limited portion (degree)
#15
δίδωσιν
G1325
giveth
to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
#16
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#17
Θεὸς,
G2316
God
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)
#18
τὸ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#19
πνεῦμα
G4151
the Spirit
a current of air, i.e., breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e., (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital prin

Analysis

Within the broader context of John, this passage highlights divine love through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, 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 sovereignty in this particular way.

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