John 4:30
Then they went out of the city, and came unto him.
Original Language Analysis
ἐκ
out of
G1537
ἐκ
out of
Strong's:
G1537
Word #:
3 of 9
a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct
τῆς
G3588
τῆς
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
4 of 9
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
πόλεως
the city
G4172
πόλεως
the city
Strong's:
G4172
Word #:
5 of 9
a town (properly, with walls, of greater or less size)
καὶ
and
G2532
καὶ
and
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
6 of 9
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ἤρχοντο
came
G2064
ἤρχοντο
came
Strong's:
G2064
Word #:
7 of 9
to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
Historical Context
The Samaritans' willingness to respond to this woman's testimony, despite her reputation, shows how Christ's power overcomes social barriers. Their coming 'out of the city' to Jesus echoes Abraham's call to leave his country for God's promises.
Questions for Reflection
- How does God often use unlikely witnesses to draw people to Christ?
- What hinders us from responding immediately when we hear testimony about Jesus?
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Analysis & Commentary
The people's immediate response 'Then they went out of the city, and came unto him' demonstrates the power of personal testimony, even from an unlikely source. The verb 'came' (Greek: erchonto, imperfect tense) suggests a continuous stream of people. God uses weak instruments to draw souls to Christ, manifesting His power in human weakness.