Luke 2:25

Authorized King James Version

And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him.

Word-by-Word Analysis

καὶ

G2532

And

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

ἰδού,

G2400

behold

used as imperative lo!

ἦν

G2258

there was

i (thou, etc.) was (wast or were)

ἄνθρωπος

G444

a man

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

ἐν

G1722

"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc

Ἰερουσαλὴμ

G2419

Jerusalem

hierusalem (i.e., jerushalem), the capitol of palestine

ᾧ

G3739

whose

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

ὄνομα

G3686

name

a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)

Συμεών

G4826

was Simeon

symeon (i.e., shimon), the name of five israelites

#10

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#11

ὁ

G3588

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

#12

ἄνθρωπος

G444

a man

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

#13

οὗτος

G3778

the same

the he (she or it), i.e., this or that (often with article repeated)

#14

δίκαιος

G1342

was just

equitable (in character or act); by implication, innocent, holy (absolutely or relatively)

#15

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#16

εὐλαβής

G2126

devout

taking well (carefully), i.e., circumspect (religiously, pious)

#17

προσδεχόμενος

G4327

waiting

to admit (to intercourse, hospitality, credence, or (figuratively) endurance); by implication, to await (with confidence or patience)

#18

παράκλησιν

G3874

for the consolation

imploration, hortation, solace

#19

τοῦ

G3588

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

#20

Ἰσραήλ

G2474

of Israel

israel (i.e., jisrael), the adopted name of jacob, including his descendants (literally or figuratively)

#21

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#22

πνεῦμα

G4151

Ghost

a current of air, i.e., breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e., (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital prin

#23

ἅγιον

G40

the Holy

sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)

#24

ἦν

G2258

there was

i (thou, etc.) was (wast or were)

#25

ἐπ'

G1909

upon

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

#26

αὐτόν·

G846

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

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?
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?
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?

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