Luke 4:27

Authorized King James Version

And many lepers were in Israel in the time of Eliseus the prophet; and none of them was cleansed, saving Naaman the Syrian.

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

πολλοὶ

G4183

many

(singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely

λεπροὶ

G3015

lepers

scaly, i.e., leprous (a leper)

ἦσαν

G2258

were

i (thou, etc.) was (wast or were)

ἐπὶ

G1909

in the time

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

ἐλισσαίου

G1666

of Eliseus

elissaeus, an israelite

τοῦ

G3588

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

προφήτου

G4396

the prophet

a foreteller ("prophet"); by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet

ἐν

G1722

"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc

#10

τῷ

G3588

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

#11

Ἰσραὴλ

G2474

Israel

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

#12

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#13

οὐδεὶς

G3762

none

not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e., none, nobody, nothing

#14

αὐτῶν

G846

of 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

#15

ἐκαθαρίσθη

G2511

was cleansed

to cleanse (literally or figuratively)

#16

εἰ

G1487

if, whether, that, etc

#17

μὴ

G3361

(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether

#18

Νεεμὰν

G3497

Naaman

neeman (i.e., naaman), a syrian

#19

ὁ

G3588

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

#20

Σύρος

G4948

the Syrian

a syran (i.e., probably tyrian), a native of syria

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.

Questions for Reflection

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?
What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
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?

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