Luke 4:22

Authorized King James Version

And all bare him witness, and wondered at the gracious words which proceeded out of his mouth. And they said, Is not this Joseph's son?

Word-by-Word Analysis

καὶ

G2532

And

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

πάντες

G3956

all

all, any, every, the whole

ἐμαρτύρουν

G3140

bare

to be a witness, i.e., testify (literally or figuratively)

αὐτοῦ

G846

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

καὶ

G2532

And

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

ἐθαύμαζον

G2296

wondered

to wonder; by implication, to admire

ἐπὶ

G1909

properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re

ὁ

G3588

which

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

λόγοις

G3056

words

something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a

#10

ὁ

G3588

which

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

#11

χάριτος

G5485

the gracious

graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine influence upon the heart

#12

ὁ

G3588

which

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

#13

ἐκπορευομένοις

G1607

proceeded

to depart, be discharged, proceed, project

#14

ἐκ

G1537

out of

a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct

#15

ὁ

G3588

which

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

#16

στόματος

G4750

mouth

the mouth (as if a gash in the face); by implication, language (and its relations); figuratively, an opening (in the earth); specially, the front or e

#17

αὐτοῦ

G846

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

#18

καὶ

G2532

And

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#19

ἔλεγον

G3004

they said

properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an

#20

Οὐχ

G3756

not

the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not

#21

οὗτος

G3778

this

the he (she or it), i.e., this or that (often with article repeated)

#22

ἐστιν

G2076

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

#23

ὁ

G3588

which

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

#24

υἱός

G5207

son

a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship

#25

Ἰωσὴφ

G2501

Joseph's

joseph, the name of seven israelites

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

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
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?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?

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