Luke 10:21

Authorized King James Version

In that hour Jesus rejoiced in spirit, and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes: even so, Father; for so it seemed good in thy sight.

Word-by-Word Analysis

Ἐν

G1722

"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc

αὐτὰ

G846

that

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

τῇ

G3588

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

ὥρᾳ

G5610

hour

an "hour" (literally or figuratively)

ἠγαλλιάσατο

G21

rejoiced in

properly, to jump for joy, i.e., exult

τῷ

G3588

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

πνεύματι

G4151

spirit

a current of air, i.e., breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e., (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital prin

ὁ

G3588

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

Ἰησοῦς,

G2424

Jesus

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

#10

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#11

εἶπεν

G2036

said

to speak or say (by word or writing)

#12

Ἐξομολογοῦμαί

G1843

I thank

to acknowledge or (by implication, of assent) agree fully

#13

σοι

G4671

thee

to thee

#14

πατήρ

G3962

Father

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

#15

κύριε

G2962

Lord

supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)

#16

τοῦ

G3588

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

#17

οὐρανοῦ

G3772

of heaven

the sky; by extension, heaven (as the abode of god); by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the gospel (christianity)

#18

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#19

τῆς

G3588

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

#20

γῆς

G1093

earth

soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe (including the occupants in each application)

#21

ὅτι

G3754

for

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

#22

ἀπέκρυψας

G613

thou hast hid

to conceal away (i.e., fully); figuratively, to keep secret

#23

ταῦτα

G5023

these things

#24

ἀπὸ

G575

from

"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)

#25

σοφῶν

G4680

the wise

wise (in a most general application)

#26

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#27

συνετῶν

G4908

prudent

mentally put (or putting) together, i.e., sagacious

#28

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#29

ἀπεκάλυψας

G601

hast revealed

to take off the cover, i.e., disclose

#30

αὐτὰ

G846

that

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

#31

νηπίοις·

G3516

unto babes

not speaking, i.e., an infant (minor); figuratively, a simple-minded person, an immature christian

#32

ναί

G3483

even so

yes

#33

ὁ

G3588

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

#34

πατήρ

G3962

Father

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

#35

ὅτι

G3754

for

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

#36

οὕτως

G3779

in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)

#37

ἐγένετο

G1096

it seemed

to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e., (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)

#38

εὐδοκία

G2107

good

satisfaction, i.e., (subjectively) delight, or (objectively) kindness, wish, purpose

#39

ἔμπροσθέν

G1715

in front of (in place (literally or figuratively) or time)

#40

σου

G4675

thy

of thee, thy

Analysis

Within the broader context of Luke, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, 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 Luke.

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 salvation within the theological tradition of Luke Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine sovereignty in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

How might the original audience's understanding of divine sovereignty 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 physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
How does this verse's literary context within Luke chapter 10 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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