John 8:29

Authorized King James Version

And he that sent me is with me: the Father hath not left me alone; for I do always those things that please him.

Word-by-Word Analysis

καὶ

G2532

And

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

ὁ

G3588

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

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

με

G3165

μετ'

G3326

with

properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession)

ἐμοῦ

G1700

of me

ἐστιν·

G2076

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

οὐκ

G3756

not

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

ἀφῆκέν

G863

hath

to send forth, in various applications (as follow)

#10

με

G3165

#11

μόνον

G3441

alone

remaining, i.e., sole or single; by implication, mere

#12

ὁ

G3588

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

#13

πατὴρ,

G3962

the Father

a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)

#14

ὅτι

G3754

for

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

#15

ἐγὼ

G1473

i, me

#16

τὰ

G3588

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

#17

ἀρεστὰ

G701

those things that please

agreeable; by implication, fit

#18

αὐτῷ

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

ποιῶ

G4160

to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)

#20

πάντοτε

G3842

always

every when, i.e., at all times

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 literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of divine love within the theological tradition of John Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

How does this verse's literary context within John chapter 8 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about divine love?
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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John 8:29

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