Luke 24:21

Authorized King James Version

But we trusted that it had been he which should have redeemed Israel: and beside all this, to day is the third day since these things were done.

Word-by-Word Analysis

ἡμεῖς

G2249

we (only used when emphatic)

δὲ

G1161

But

but, and, etc

ἠλπίζομεν

G1679

trusted

to expect or confide

ὅτι

G3754

that

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

αὐτός

G846

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

ἐστιν

G2076

it had been

he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are

ὁ

G3588

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

μέλλων

G3195

which should

to intend, i.e., be about to be, do, or suffer something (of persons or things, especially events; in the sense of purpose, duty, necessity, probabili

λυτροῦσθαι

G3084

have redeemed

to ransom (literally or figuratively)

#10

τὸν

G3588

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

#11

Ἰσραήλ·

G2474

Israel

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

#12

ἀλλά

G235

and

properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)

#13

γε

G1065

beside

doubtless, since

#14

σὺν

G4862

with or together (but much closer than g3326 or g3844), i.e., by association, companionship, process, resemblance, possession, instrumentality, additi

#15

πᾶσιν

G3956

all

all, any, every, the whole

#16

τούτοις

G5125

this

to (for, in, with or by) these (persons or things)

#17

τρίτην

G5154

third

third; neuter (as noun) a third part, or (as adverb) a (or the) third time, thirdly

#18

ταύτην

G5026

the

(towards or of) this

#19

ἡμέραν

G2250

day

day, i.e., (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the jews as inclusive of

#20

ἄγει

G71

properly, to lead; by implication, to bring, drive, (reflexively) go, (specially) pass (time), or (figuratively) induce

#21

σήμερον,

G4594

to day

on the (i.e., this) day (or night current or just passed); generally, now (i.e., at present, hitherto)

#22

ἀφ'

G575

since

"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)

#23

οὗ

G3739

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

#24

ταῦτα

G5023

these things

#25

ἐγένετο

G1096

were done

to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e., (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Luke, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. 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.

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?
How does this verse's literary context within Luke chapter 24 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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