John 7:53
And every man went unto his own house.
Original Language Analysis
Καὶ
And
G2532
Καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
1 of 7
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ἐπορεύθη
went
G4198
ἐπορεύθη
went
Strong's:
G4198
Word #:
2 of 7
to traverse, i.e., travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.)
εἰς
unto
G1519
εἰς
unto
Strong's:
G1519
Word #:
4 of 7
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
τὸν
G3588
τὸν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
5 of 7
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Historical Context
This verse concludes chapter 7's Tabernacles festival controversy. The council couldn't reach consensus to arrest Jesus despite wanting Him dead. Nicodemus's procedural objection, combined with crowd support and perhaps fear of riot, delayed action. Jesus remained free to teach until His appointed hour. When that hour came (chapters 18-19), events moved swiftly. The delay proves God's sovereign control over timing.
Questions for Reflection
- How does God work through human indecision to accomplish His purposes?
- What does the failed arrest attempt teach about divine sovereignty?
- How should this encourage us when facing opposition?
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Analysis & Commentary
And every man went unto his own house. The council meeting ends inconclusively. Despite murder plot and arrest attempt, Jesus remains free. 'Every man went unto his own house' indicates adjournment without decision. The division over Jesus prevented consensus for immediate action. God's providence works even through human disagreements to accomplish His purposes. Jesus's hour hasn't come; therefore, all plots fail.