Luke 19:23

Authorized King James Version

Wherefore then gavest not thou my money into the bank, that at my coming I might have required mine own with usury?

Word-by-Word Analysis

καὶ

G2532

that

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

διατί

G1302

Wherefore

through what cause ?, i.e., why?

οὐκ

G3756

not

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

ἔδωκάς

G1325

gavest

to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)

τὸ

G3588

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

ἀργύριον

G694

money

silvery, i.e., (by implication) cash; specially, a silverling (i.e., drachma or shekel)

μου

G3450

of me

ἐπὶ

G1909

into

properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re

τὴν

G3588

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

#10

τράπεζαν

G5132

the bank

a table or stool (as being four-legged), usually for food (figuratively, a meal); also a counter for money (figuratively, a broker's office for loans

#11

καὶ

G2532

that

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

#12

ἐγὼ

G1473

i, me

#13

ἐλθὼν

G2064

at my coming

to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

#14

σὺν

G4862

with

with or together (but much closer than g3326 or g3844), i.e., by association, companionship, process, resemblance, possession, instrumentality, additi

#15

τόκῳ

G5110

usury

interest on money loaned (as a produce)

#16

ἂν

G302

might

whatsoever

#17

ἔπραξα

G4238

have required

to "practise", i.e., perform repeatedly or habitually (thus differing from g4160, which properly refers to a single act); by implication, to execute,

#18

αὐτὸ

G846

mine own

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

Analysis

Within the broader context of Luke, this passage highlights salvation through rhetorical questioning that engages the reader. 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 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 the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?

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Luke 19:23

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