Luke 24:50

Authorized King James Version

And he led them out as far as to Bethany, and he lifted up his hands, and blessed them.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
Ἐξήγαγεν
G1806
he led
to lead forth
#2
δὲ
G1161
And
but, and, etc
#3
αὐτούς
G846
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
ἔξω
G1854
out
out(-side) (of doors), literally or figuratively
#5
ἕως
G2193
as far as
a conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until (of time and place)
#6
εἰς
G1519
to
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#7
Βηθανίαν
G963
Bethany
date-house; beth-any, a place in palestine
#8
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#9
ἐπάρας
G1869
he lifted up
to raise up (literally or figuratively)
#10
τὰς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
χεῖρας
G5495
hands
the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by hebraism) a means or instrument)
#12
αὐτούς
G846
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
#13
εὐλόγησεν
G2127
and blessed
to speak well of, i.e., (religiously) to bless (thank or invoke a benediction upon, prosper)
#14
αὐτούς
G846
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

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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