Luke 22:36

Authorized King James Version

Then said he unto them, But now, he that hath a purse, let him take it, and likewise his scrip: and he that hath no sword, let him sell his garment, and buy one.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
εἶπεν
G2036
said he
to speak or say (by word or writing)
#2
οὖν
G3767
Then
(adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
#3
αὐτοῦ
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
#4
Ἀλλὰ
G235
But
properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
#5
νῦν
G3568
now
"now" (as adverb of date, a transition or emphasis); also as noun or adjective present or immediate
#6
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#7
ἔχων
G2192
he that hath
to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or conditio
#8
βαλάντιον
G905
a purse
a pouch (for money)
#9
ἀράτω
G142
let him take
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
#10
ὁμοίως
G3668
likewise
similarly
#11
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#12
πήραν
G4082
his scrip
a wallet or leather pouch for food
#13
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#14
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#15
μὴ
G3361
no
(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether
#16
ἔχων
G2192
he that hath
to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or conditio
#17
πωλησάτω
G4453
let him sell
to barter (as a pedlar), i.e., to sell
#18
τὸ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#19
ἱμάτιον
G2440
garment
a dress (inner or outer)
#20
αὐτοῦ
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
#21
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#22
ἀγορασάτω
G59
buy
properly, to go to market, i.e., (by implication) to purchase; specially, to redeem
#23
μάχαιραν
G3162
sword
a knife, i.e., dirk; figuratively, war, judicial punishment

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

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 divine revelation in this particular way.

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