Luke 14:16

Authorized King James Version

Then said he unto him, A certain man made a great supper, and bade many:

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#2
δὲ
Then
but, and, etc
#3
εἶπεν
said he
to speak or say (by word or writing)
#4
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
#5
Ἄνθρωπός
man
man-faced, i.e., a human being
#6
τις
A certain
some or any person or object
#7
ἐποίησεν
made
to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
#8
δεῖπνον
supper
dinner, i.e., the chief meal (usually in the evening)
#9
μέγα
a great
big (literally or figuratively, in a very wide application)
#10
καὶ
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#11
ἐκάλεσεν
bade
to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
#12
πολλούς
many
(singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely

Analysis

Within the broader context of Luke, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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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