Luke 19:42

Authorized King James Version

Saying, If thou hadst known, even thou, at least in this thy day, the things which belong unto thy peace! but now they are hid from thine eyes.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
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
#2
ὅτι
G3754
If
demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
#3
Εἰ
G1487
if, whether, that, etc
#4
ἔγνως
G1097
thou hadst known
to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
#5
καὶ
G2532
even
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#6
σὺ
G4771
thou
thou
#7
καὶ
G2532
even
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#8
γε
G1065
at least
doubtless, since
#9
ἐν
G1722
in
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#10
τὰ
G3588
the things
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
ἡμέρᾳ
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
#12
σου·
G4675
thine
of thee, thy
#13
ταύτῃ
G3778
the he (she or it), i.e., this or that (often with article repeated)
#14
τὰ
G3588
the things
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#15
πρὸς
G4314
which belong unto
a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e., toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e., pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of,
#16
εἰρήνην
G1515
peace
peace (literally or figuratively); by implication, prosperity
#17
σου·
G4675
thine
of thee, thy
#18
νῦν
G3568
now
"now" (as adverb of date, a transition or emphasis); also as noun or adjective present or immediate
#19
δὲ
G1161
! but
but, and, etc
#20
ἐκρύβη
G2928
they are hid
to conceal (properly, by covering)
#21
ἀπὸ
G575
from
"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
#22
ὀφθαλμῶν
G3788
eyes
the eye (literally or figuratively); by implication, vision; figuratively, envy (from the jealous side-glance)
#23
σου·
G4675
thine
of thee, thy

Analysis

Within the broader context of Luke, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of peace connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about peace, 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 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 peace in this particular way.

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