Luke 4:17

Authorized King James Version

And there was delivered unto him the book of the prophet Esaias. And when he had opened the book, he found the place where it was written,

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
ἐπεδόθη
G1929
there was delivered
to give over (by hand or surrender)
#3
αὐτῷ
G846
unto him
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
βιβλίον
G975
the book
a roll
#5
Ἠσαΐου
G2268
Esaias
hesaias (i.e., jeshajah), an israelite
#6
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#7
προφήτου
G4396
of the prophet
a foreteller ("prophet"); by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet
#8
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#9
ἀναπτύξας
G380
when he had opened
to unroll (a scroll or volume)
#10
τὸ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
βιβλίον
G975
the book
a roll
#12
εὗρεν
G2147
he found
to find (literally or figuratively)
#13
τὸν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#14
τόπον
G5117
the place
a spot (general in space, but limited by occupancy; whereas g5561 is a large but participle locality), i.e., location (as a position, home, tract, etc
#15
οὗ
G3757
where
at which place, i.e., where
#16
ἦν
G2258
it was
i (thou, etc.) was (wast or were)
#17
γεγραμμένον
G1125
written
to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe

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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