John 7:28

Authorized King James Version

Then cried Jesus in the temple as he taught, saying, Ye both know me, and ye know whence I am: and I am not come of myself, but he that sent me is true, whom ye know not.

Word-by-Word Analysis

ἔκραξεν

G2896

cried

properly, to "croak" (as a raven) or scream, i.e., (genitive case) to call aloud (shriek, exclaim, intreat)

οὖν

G3767

Then

(adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly

ἐν

G1722

"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc

τῷ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

ἱερῷ

G2411

the temple

a sacred place, i.e., the entire precincts (whereas g3485 denotes the central sanctuary itself) of the temple (at jerusalem or elsewhere)

διδάσκων

G1321

as he taught

to teach (in the same broad application)

ὁ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

Ἰησοῦς

G2424

Jesus

jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites

καὶ

G2532

and

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#10

λέγων,

G3004

saying

properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an

#11

Κἀμὲ

G2504

Ye both

so also the dative case ????? <pronunciation strongs="kam-oy'"/>, and accusative case ???? <pronunciation strongs="kam-eh'"/> and (or also, even, etc.

#12

οἴδατε·

G1492

know

used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent g3700 and g3708; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by impl

#13

καὶ

G2532

and

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#14

οἴδατε·

G1492

know

used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent g3700 and g3708; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by impl

#15

πόθεν

G4159

whence

from which (as interrogative) or what (as relative) place, state, source or cause

#16

εἰμί·

G1510

I am

i exist (used only when emphatic)

#17

καὶ

G2532

and

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#18

ἀπ'

G575

"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)

#19

ἐμαυτοῦ

G1683

myself

of myself so likewise the dative case ?????? <pronunciation strongs="em-ow-to'"/>, and accusative case ??????? <pronunciation strongs="em-ow-ton'"/>

#20

οὐκ

G3756

not

the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not

#21

ἐλήλυθα

G2064

I am

to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

#22

ἀλλ'

G235

but

properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)

#23

ἔστιν

G2076

he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are

#24

ἀληθινὸς

G228

true

truthful

#25

ὁ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#26

πέμψας

G3992

he that sent

to dispatch (from the subjective view or point of departure, whereas ???? (as a stronger form of ????) refers rather to the objective point or <i>term

#27

με

G3165

#28

ὃν

G3739

whom

the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that

#29

ὑμεῖς

G5210

you (as subjective of verb)

#30

οὐκ

G3756

not

the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not

#31

οἴδατε·

G1492

know

used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent g3700 and g3708; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by impl

Analysis

This verse develops the divine love theme central to John. The concept of divine revelation reflects the essential nature of God revealed through Christ. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to theological biography emphasizing Jesus' divine identity, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

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 divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about divine love?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address the problem of evil and suffering in light of God's goodness, and how should the church respond?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?

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