John 8:1
Jesus went unto the mount of Olives.
Original Language Analysis
Ἰησοῦς
Jesus
G2424
Ἰησοῦς
Jesus
Strong's:
G2424
Word #:
1 of 8
jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites
ἐπορεύθη
went
G4198
ἐπορεύθη
went
Strong's:
G4198
Word #:
3 of 8
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 8
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
τὸ
G3588
τὸ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
5 of 8
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Historical Context
The Mount of Olives, east of Jerusalem across the Kidron Valley, was Jesus' regular retreat during His Jerusalem visits (Luke 21:37). Gethsemane, site of His agony and arrest, was located on its slopes.
Questions for Reflection
- How do you balance active ministry with time alone with God?
- What role does solitude play in sustaining faithful service?
- When do you need to withdraw from crowds to commune with the Father?
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Analysis & Commentary
Jesus withdraws to the Mount of Olives, a place of prayer and solitude. This pattern of public ministry followed by private retreat demonstrates the rhythm of gospel work - active service balanced with communion with the Father. The Reformed tradition values both Word and prayer as essential to faithful ministry.