Luke 10:28

Authorized King James Version

And he said unto him, Thou hast answered right: this do, and thou shalt live.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
εἶπεν
he said
to speak or say (by word or writing)
#2
δὲ
And
but, and, etc
#3
αὐτῷ
unto 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
#4
Ὀρθῶς
right
in a straight manner, i.e., (figuratively) correctly (also morally)
#5
ἀπεκρίθης·
Thou hast answered
to conclude for oneself, i.e., (by implication) to respond; by hebraism (compare h6030) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
#6
τοῦτο
this
that thing
#7
ποίει
do
to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
#8
καὶ
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#9
ζήσῃ
thou shalt live
to live (literally or figuratively)

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 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 revelation in this particular way.

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