John 7:12

Authorized King James Version

And there was much murmuring among the people concerning him: for some said, He is a good man: others said, Nay; but he deceiveth the people.

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
γογγυσμὸς
G1112
murmuring
a grumbling
#3
πολὺς
G4183
much
(singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
#4
περὶ
G4012
concerning
properly, through (all over), i.e., around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive cas
#5
αὐτοῦ
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
#6
ἦν
G2258
there was
i (thou, etc.) was (wast or were)
#7
ἐν
G1722
among
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#8
τοῖς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#9
ὄχλον
G3793
the people
a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot
#10
οἱ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
μὲν
G3303
for some
properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with g1161 (this one, the former, etc.)
#12
ἔλεγον
G3004
said
properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an
#13
ὅτι
G3754
demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
#14
Ἀγαθός
G18
a good man
"good" (in any sense, often as noun)
#15
ἐστιν
G2076
He is
he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are
#16
ἄλλοι
G243
"else," i.e., different (in many applications)
#17
δὲ
G1161
others
but, and, etc
#18
ἔλεγον
G3004
said
properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an
#19
Οὔ
G3756
Nay
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
#20
ἀλλὰ
G235
but
properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
#21
πλανᾷ
G4105
he deceiveth
to (properly, cause to) roam (from safety, truth, or virtue)
#22
τὸν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#23
ὄχλον
G3793
the people
a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot

Analysis

Within the broader context of John, this passage highlights divine love through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of covenant community connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about covenant community, 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 covenant community. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

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