John 4:43
Now after two days he departed thence, and went into Galilee.
Original Language Analysis
Μετὰ
after
G3326
Μετὰ
after
Strong's:
G3326
Word #:
1 of 12
properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession)
τὰς
G3588
τὰς
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
3 of 12
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ἡμέρας
days
G2250
ἡμέρας
days
Strong's:
G2250
Word #:
5 of 12
day, i.e., (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the jews as inclusive of
καὶ
and
G2532
καὶ
and
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
8 of 12
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ἀπῆλθεν
he departed
G565
ἀπῆλθεν
he departed
Strong's:
G565
Word #:
9 of 12
to go off (i.e., depart), aside (i.e., apart) or behind (i.e., follow), literally or figuratively
εἰς
went into
G1519
εἰς
went into
Strong's:
G1519
Word #:
10 of 12
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
Historical Context
Jesus' return to Galilee fulfilled His intention from verse 3. The timing allowed significant Samaritan evangelization while avoiding prolonged conflict with Judean authorities. His itinerant ministry covered various regions strategically.
Questions for Reflection
- How does Christ's sovereign control over His movements encourage us about God's timing in our lives?
- What does Jesus' willingness to spend time in 'unlikely' places teach about kingdom priorities?
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Analysis & Commentary
After two days, Jesus departed for Galilee, continuing His intentional itinerary. The phrase 'after two days' may parallel Hosea 6:2's prophecy about resurrection. Jesus' movements demonstrate sovereignty—He stays when He wills, departs when He wills, all according to divine purpose.