Luke 23:41

Authorized King James Version

And we indeed justly; for we receive the due reward of our deeds: but this man hath done nothing amiss.

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
ἡμεῖς
G2249
we
we (only used when emphatic)
#3
μὲν
G3303
indeed
properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with g1161 (this one, the former, etc.)
#4
δικαίως
G1346
justly
equitably
#5
ἄξια
G514
the due reward
deserving, comparable or suitable (as if drawing praise)
#6
γὰρ
G1063
for
properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
#7
ὧν
G3739
of our
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
#8
ἔπραξεν
G4238
deeds
to "practise", i.e., perform repeatedly or habitually (thus differing from g4160, which properly refers to a single act); by implication, to execute,
#9
ἀπολαμβάνομεν·
G618
we receive
to receive (specially, in full, or as a host); also to take aside
#10
οὗτος
G3778
this man
the he (she or it), i.e., this or that (often with article repeated)
#11
δὲ
G1161
but
but, and, etc
#12
οὐδὲν
G3762
nothing
not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e., none, nobody, nothing
#13
ἄτοπον
G824
amiss
out of place, i.e., (figuratively) improper, injurious, wicked
#14
ἔπραξεν
G4238
deeds
to "practise", i.e., perform repeatedly or habitually (thus differing from g4160, which properly refers to a single act); by implication, to execute,

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Luke. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

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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