Luke 11:51

Authorized King James Version

From the blood of Abel unto the blood of Zacharias, which perished between the altar and the temple: verily I say unto you, It shall be required of this generation.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
ἀπὸ
G575
From
"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
#2
τῆς
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#3
αἵματος
G129
the blood
blood, literally (of men or animals), figuratively (the juice of grapes) or specially (the atoning blood of christ); by implication, bloodshed, also k
#4
Ἅβελ
G6
of Abel
abel, the son of adam
#5
ἕως
G2193
unto
a conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until (of time and place)
#6
τῆς
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#7
αἵματος
G129
the blood
blood, literally (of men or animals), figuratively (the juice of grapes) or specially (the atoning blood of christ); by implication, bloodshed, also k
#8
Ζαχαρίου
G2197
of Zacharias
zacharias (i.e., zechariah), the name of two israelites
#9
τῆς
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#10
ἀπολομένου
G622
perished
to destroy fully (reflexively, to perish, or lose), literally or figuratively
#11
μεταξὺ
G3342
between
betwixt (of place or person); (of time) as adjective, intervening, or (by implication) adjoining
#12
τῆς
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#13
θυσιαστηρίου
G2379
the altar
a place of sacrifice, i.e., an altar (special or genitive case, literal or figurative)
#14
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#15
τῆς
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#16
οἴκου·
G3624
the temple
a dwelling (more or less extensive, literal or figurative); by implication, a family (more or less related, literally or figuratively)
#17
ναί
G3483
verily
yes
#18
λέγω
G3004
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
#19
ὑμῖν
G5213
unto you
to (with or by) you
#20
ἐκζητηθήσεται
G1567
It shall be required
to search out, i.e., (figuratively)investigate, crave, demand, (by hebraism) worship
#21
ἀπὸ
G575
From
"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
#22
τῆς
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#23
γενεᾶς
G1074
generation
a generation; by implication, an age (the period or the persons)
#24
ταύτης
G3778
the he (she or it), i.e., this or that (often with article repeated)

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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