John 9:11

Authorized King James Version

He answered and said, A man that is called Jesus made clay, and anointed mine eyes, and said unto me, Go to the pool of Siloam, and wash: and I went and washed, and I received sight.

Word-by-Word Analysis

ἀπεκρίθη

G611

answered

to conclude for oneself, i.e., (by implication) to respond; by hebraism (compare h6030) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)

ἐκεῖνος

G1565

that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed

καὶ

G2532

and

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

εἶπέν

G2036

said

to speak or say (by word or writing)

ἄνθρωπος

G444

A man

man-faced, i.e., a human being

λεγόμενος

G3004

that is called

properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an

Ἰησοῦς

G2424

Jesus

jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites

πηλὸν

G4081

clay

ἐποίησεν

G4160

made

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

#10

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#11

ἐπέχρισέν

G2025

anointed

to smear over

#12

μου

G3450

mine

of me

#13

τοὺς

G3588

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

#14

ὀφθαλμοὺς

G3788

eyes

the eye (literally or figuratively); by implication, vision; figuratively, envy (from the jealous side-glance)

#15

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#16

εἶπέν

G2036

said

to speak or say (by word or writing)

#17

μοι,

G3427

unto me

to me

#18

Ὕπαγε

G5217

to lead (oneself) under, i.e., withdraw or retire (as if sinking out of sight), literally or figuratively

#19

εἰς

G1519

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

#20

τὴν

G3588

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

#21

κολυμβήθραν

G2861

the pool

a diving-place, i.e., pond for bathing (or swimming)

#22

τοῦ

G3588

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

#23

Σιλωὰμ

G4611

of Siloam

siloam (i.e., shiloach), a pool of jerusalem

#24

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#25

νιψάμενος

G3538

wash

to cleanse (especially the hands or the feet or the face); ceremonially, to perform ablution

#26

ἀπελθὼν

G565

I went

to go off (i.e., depart), aside (i.e., apart) or behind (i.e., follow), literally or figuratively

#27

δὲ

G1161

and

but, and, etc

#28

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#29

νιψάμενος

G3538

wash

to cleanse (especially the hands or the feet or the face); ceremonially, to perform ablution

#30

ἀνέβλεψα

G308

and I received sight

to look up; by implication, to recover sight

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

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.

Questions for Reflection

What practical applications emerge from understanding divine love as presented in this verse, particularly in light of responding to cultural confusion about the nature of love and relationships?
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?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from covenant faithfulness to sacrificial love demonstrated in Christ, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?

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