Luke 10:34

Authorized King James Version

And went to him, and bound up his wounds, pouring in oil and wine, and set him on his own beast, and brought him to an inn, and took care of him.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
καὶ
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#2
προσελθὼν
went
to approach, i.e., (literally) come near, visit, or (figuratively) worship, assent to
#3
κατέδησεν
to him and bound up
to tie down, i.e., bandage (a wound)
#4
τὰ
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#5
τραύματα
wounds
a wound
#6
αὐτοῦ
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
#7
ἐπιχέων
pouring in
to pour upon
#8
ἔλαιον
oil
olive oil
#9
καὶ
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#10
οἶνον
wine
"wine" (literally or figuratively)
#11
ἐπιβιβάσας
set
to cause to mount (an animal)
#12
δὲ
and
but, and, etc
#13
αὐτοῦ
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
#14
ἐπὶ
on
properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re
#15
τὸ
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#16
ἴδιον
his own
pertaining to self, i.e., one's own; by implication, private or separate
#17
κτῆνος
beast
property, i.e., (specially) a domestic animal
#18
ἤγαγεν
G71
and brought
properly, to lead; by implication, to bring, drive, (reflexively) go, (specially) pass (time), or (figuratively) induce
#19
αὐτοῦ
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
#20
εἰς
to
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#21
πανδοχεῖον
an inn
all-receptive, i.e., a public lodging-place (caravanserai or khan)
#22
καὶ
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#23
ἐπεμελήθη
took care
to care for (physically or otherwise)
#24
αὐτοῦ
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

Analysis

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