Luke 19:22

Authorized King James Version

And he saith unto him, Out of thine own mouth will I judge thee, thou wicked servant. Thou knewest that I was an austere man, taking up that I laid not down, and reaping that I did not sow:

Word-by-Word Analysis

λέγει

G3004

he saith

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

δὲ

G1161

And

but, and, 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

Ἐκ

G1537

Out of

a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct

τοῦ

G3588

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

στόματός

G4750

mouth

the mouth (as if a gash in the face); by implication, language (and its relations); figuratively, an opening (in the earth); specially, the front or e

σου

G4675

thine own

of thee, thy

κρινῶ

G2919

will I judge

by implication, to try, condemn, punish

σε

G4571

thee

#10

πονηρὲ

G4190

thou wicked

hurtful, i.e., evil (properly, in effect or influence, and thus differing from g2556, which refers rather to essential character, as well as from g455

#11

δοῦλε

G1401

servant

a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or subserviency)

#12

ᾔδεις

G1492

Thou knewest

used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent g3700 and g3708; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by impl

#13

ὅτι

G3754

that

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

#14

ἐγὼ

G1473

i, me

#15

ἄνθρωπος

G444

man

man-faced, i.e., a human being

#16

αὐστηρός

G840

an austere

rough (properly as a gale), i.e., (figuratively) severe

#17

εἰμι

G1510

was

i exist (used only when emphatic)

#18

αἴρων

G142

taking up

to lift up; by implication, to take up or away; figuratively, to raise (the voice), keep in suspense (the mind), specially, to sail away (i.e., weigh

#19

ὃ

G3739

that

the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that

#20

οὐκ

G3756

not

the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not

#21

ἔθηκα

G5087

I laid

to place (in the widest application, literally and figuratively; properly, in a passive or horizontal posture, and thus different from g2476, which pr

#22

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#23

θερίζων

G2325

reaping

to harvest

#24

ὃ

G3739

that

the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that

#25

οὐκ

G3756

not

the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not

#26

ἔσπειρα

G4687

I did

to scatter, i.e., sow (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

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
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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