Luke 10:12

Authorized King James Version

But I say unto you, that it shall be more tolerable in that day for Sodom, than for that city.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
λέγω
I say
properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an
#2
δὲ
But
but, and, etc
#3
ὑμῖν
unto you
to (with or by) you
#4
ὅτι
that
demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
#5
Σοδόμοις
for Sodom
sodoma (i.e., sedom), a place in palestine
#6
ἐν
in
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#7
τῇ
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#8
ἡμέρᾳ
day
day, i.e., (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the jews as inclusive of
#9
ἐκείνῃ
for that
that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
#10
ἀνεκτότερον
more tolerable
more endurable
#11
ἔσται
it shall be
will be
#12
than
disjunctive, or; comparative, than
#13
τῇ
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#14
πόλει
city
a town (properly, with walls, of greater or less size)
#15
ἐκείνῃ
for that
that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Luke. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, 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 historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

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