Luke 23:6

Authorized King James Version

When Pilate heard of Galilee, he asked whether the man were a Galilaean.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
Πιλᾶτος
Pilate
close-pressed, i.e., firm; pilatus, a roman
#2
δὲ
When
but, and, etc
#3
ἀκούσας
heard
to hear (in various senses)
#4
Γαλιλαίαν
of Galilee
galilaea (i.e., the heathen circle), a region of palestine
#5
ἐπηρώτησεν
he asked
to ask for, i.e., inquire, seek
#6
εἰ
whether
if, whether, that, etc
#7
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#8
ἄνθρωπος
the man
man-faced, i.e., a human being
#9
Γαλιλαῖός
a Galilaean
galilean or belonging to galilea
#10
ἐστιν·
were
he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are

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 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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