John 8:42

Authorized King James Version

Jesus said unto them, If God were your Father, ye would love me: for I proceeded forth and came from God; neither came I of myself, but he sent me.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
εἶπεν
G2036
said
to speak or say (by word or writing)
#2
οὖν
G3767
(adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
#3
αὐτοῖς
G846
unto them
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
#4
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#5
Ἰησοῦς
G2424
Jesus
jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites
#6
Εἰ
G1487
If
if, whether, that, etc
#7
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#8
θεοῦ
G2316
God
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)
#9
πατὴρ
G3962
Father
a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
#10
ὑμῶν
G5216
your
of (from or concerning) you
#11
ἦν
G2258
were
i (thou, etc.) was (wast or were)
#12
ἠγαπᾶτε
G25
love
to love (in a social or moral sense)
#13
ἂν
G302
ye would
whatsoever
#14
ἐμέ
G1691
me
me
#15
ἐγὼ
G1473
I
i, me
#16
γὰρ
G1063
for
properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
#17
ἐκ
G1537
from
a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct
#18
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#19
θεοῦ
G2316
God
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)
#20
ἐξῆλθον
G1831
proceeded forth
to issue (literally or figuratively)
#21
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#22
ἥκω·
G2240
came
to arrive, i.e., be present (literally or figuratively)
#23
οὐδὲ
G3761
neither
not however, i.e., neither, nor, not even
#24
γὰρ
G1063
for
properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
#25
ἀπ'
G575
of
"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
#26
ἐμαυτοῦ
G1683
myself
of myself so likewise the dative case ?????? <pronunciation strongs="em-ow-to'"/>, and accusative case ??????? <pronunciation strongs="em-ow-ton'"/>
#27
ἐλήλυθα
G2064
came I
to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
#28
ἀλλ'
G235
but
properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
#29
ἐκεῖνός
G1565
he
that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
#30
με
G3165
me
me
#31
ἀπέστειλεν
G649
sent
set apart, i.e., (by implication) to send out (properly, on a mission) literally or figuratively

Analysis

Within the broader context of John, this passage highlights divine love through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of love connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about love, 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 patron-client relationships and family loyalty concepts, illuminating the verse's original impact.

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