Luke 22:19

Authorized King James Version

And he took bread, and gave thanks, and brake it, and gave unto them, saying, This is my body which is given for you: this do in remembrance of me.

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
λαβὼν
G2983
he took
while g0138 is more violent, to seize or remove))
#3
ἄρτον
G740
bread
bread (as raised) or a loaf
#4
εὐχαριστήσας
G2168
and gave thanks
to be grateful, i.e., (actively) to express gratitude (towards); specially, to say grace at a meal
#5
ἔκλασεν
G2806
and brake
to break (specially, of bread)
#6
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#7
διδόμενον·
G1325
gave
to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
#8
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
#9
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
#10
τοῦτο
G5124
This
that thing
#11
ἐστιν
G2076
is
he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are
#12
τὴν
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#13
σῶμά
G4983
body
the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide application, literally or figuratively
#14
μου
G3450
my
of me
#15
τὴν
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#16
ὑπὲρ
G5228
for
"over", i.e., (with the genitive case) of place, above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding; with the accusative case super
#17
ὑμῶν
G5216
you
of (from or concerning) you
#18
διδόμενον·
G1325
gave
to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
#19
τοῦτο
G5124
This
that thing
#20
ποιεῖτε
G4160
do
to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
#21
εἰς
G1519
of
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#22
τὴν
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#23
ἐμὴν
G1699
me
my
#24
ἀνάμνησιν
G364
in remembrance
recollection

Analysis

Within the broader context of Luke, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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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