Luke 10:6

Authorized King James Version

And if the son of peace be there, your peace shall rest upon it: if not, it shall turn to you again.

Word-by-Word Analysis

καὶ

G2532

And

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

ἐὰν

G1437

a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty

μέν

G3303

properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with g1161 (this one, the former, etc.)

ᾖ

G5600

(may, might, can, could, would, should, must, etc.; also with g1487 and its comparative, as well as with other particles) be

ἐκεῖ

G1563

there

there; by extension, thither

υἱὸς

G5207

the son

a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship

εἰρήνη

G1515

of peace

peace (literally or figuratively); by implication, prosperity

ἐπαναπαύσεται

G1879

shall rest

to settle on; literally (remain) or figuratively (rely)

ἐφ'

G1909

properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re

#10

αὐτὸν

G846

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

#11

ἡ

G3588

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

#12

εἰρήνη

G1515

of peace

peace (literally or figuratively); by implication, prosperity

#13

ὑμῶν·

G5216

your

of (from or concerning) you

#14

εἰ

G1487

if, whether, that, etc

#15

δὲ

G1161

but, and, etc

#16

μήγε,

G3361

(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether

#17

ἐφ'

G1909

properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re

#18

ὑμᾶς

G5209

you

you (as the objective of a verb or preposition)

#19

ἀνακάμψει

G344

again

to turn back

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Luke. The concept of peace 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 peace in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does this verse's emphasis on peace address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
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?

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Luke 10:6

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