John 8:26

Authorized King James Version

I have many things to say and to judge of you: but he that sent me is true; and I speak to the world those things which I have heard of him.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
πολλὰ
G4183
many things
(singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
#2
ἔχω
G2192
I have
to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or conditio
#3
περὶ
G4012
of
properly, through (all over), i.e., around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive cas
#4
ὑμῶν
G5216
you
of (from or concerning) you
#5
λαλεῖν
G2980
to say
to talk, i.e., utter words
#6
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#7
κρίνειν
G2919
to judge
by implication, to try, condemn, punish
#8
ἀλλ'
G235
but
properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
#9
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#10
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
#11
με
G3165
me
me
#12
ἀληθής
G227
true
true (as not concealing)
#13
ἐστιν
G2076
is
he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are
#14
κἀγὼ
G2504
and I
so also the dative case ????? <pronunciation strongs="kam-oy'"/>, and accusative case ???? <pronunciation strongs="kam-eh'"/> and (or also, even, etc.
#15
ἃ
G3739
which
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
#16
ἤκουσα
G191
I have heard
to hear (in various senses)
#17
παρ'
G3844
of
properly, near; i.e., (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subj
#18
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
#19
ταῦτα
G5023
those things
these things
#20
λὲγω
G3004
speak
properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an
#21
εἰς
G1519
to
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#22
τὸν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#23
κόσμον
G2889
the world
orderly arrangement, i.e., decoration; by implication, the world (including its inhabitants, literally or figuratively (morally))

Analysis

Within the broader context of John, this passage highlights divine love through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, 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

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on divine love particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

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