Luke 15:6

Authorized King James Version

And when he cometh home, he calleth together his friends and neighbours, saying unto them, Rejoice with me; for I have found my sheep which was lost.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#2
ἐλθὼν
G2064
when he cometh
to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
#3
εἰς
G1519
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#4
τὸ
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#5
οἶκον
G3624
home
a dwelling (more or less extensive, literal or figurative); by implication, a family (more or less related, literally or figuratively)
#6
συγκαλεῖ
G4779
he calleth together
to convoke
#7
τὸ
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#8
φίλους
G5384
his friends
actively, fond, i.e., friendly (still as a noun, an associate, neighbor, etc.)
#9
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#10
τὸ
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
γείτονας
G1069
neighbours
a neighbour (as adjoining one's ground); by implication, a friend
#12
λέγων
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
#13
αὐτοῖς,
G846
unto them
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
Συγχάρητέ
G4796
Rejoice
to sympathize in gladness, congratulate
#15
μοι
G3427
with me
to me
#16
ὅτι
G3754
for
demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
#17
εὗρον
G2147
I have found
to find (literally or figuratively)
#18
τὸ
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#19
πρόβατόν
G4263
sheep
something that walks forward (a quadruped), i.e., (specially), a sheep (literally or figuratively)
#20
μου
G3450
my
of me
#21
τὸ
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#22
ἀπολωλός
G622
was lost
to destroy fully (reflexively, to perish, or lose), literally or figuratively

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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