Luke 13:31

Authorized King James Version

The same day there came certain of the Pharisees, saying unto him, Get thee out, and depart hence: for Herod will kill thee.

Word-by-Word Analysis

Ἐν

G1722

The same

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

αὐτῷ

G846

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

τῇ

G3588

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

ἡμέρα

G2250

day

day, i.e., (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the jews as inclusive of

προσῆλθόν

G4334

there came

to approach, i.e., (literally) come near, visit, or (figuratively) worship, assent to

τινες

G5100

certain

some or any person or object

Φαρισαῖοι

G5330

of the Pharisees

a separatist, i.e., exclusively religious; a pharisean, i.e., jewish sectary

λέγοντες

G3004

saying

properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an

αὐτῷ

G846

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

#10

Ἔξελθε

G1831

Get thee out

to issue (literally or figuratively)

#11

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#12

πορεύου

G4198

depart

to traverse, i.e., travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.)

#13

ἐντεῦθεν

G1782

hence

hence (literally or figuratively); (repeated) on both sides

#14

ὅτι

G3754

for

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

#15

Ἡρῴδης

G2264

Herod

heroic; herod, the name of four jewish kings

#16

θέλει

G2309

will

to determine (as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas g1014 properly denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations),

#17

σε

G4571

thee

#18

ἀποκτεῖναι

G615

kill

to kill outright; figuratively, to destroy

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.

Questions for Reflection

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 verse's literary context within Luke chapter 13 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
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?

Related Resources

Explore related topics, people, and study resources to deepen your understanding of this passage.

Luke 13:31

Analysis

Historical Context

Questions for Reflection

Related Resources

Topics

People

Study Resources