Luke 4:31

Authorized King James Version

And came down to Capernaum, a city of Galilee, and taught them on the sabbath days.

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
κατῆλθεν
G2718
came down
to come (or go) down (literally or figuratively)
#3
εἰς
G1519
to
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#4
Καπερναοὺμ
G2584
Capernaum
capernaum (i.e., caphanachum), a place in palestine
#5
πόλιν
G4172
a city
a town (properly, with walls, of greater or less size)
#6
τῆς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#7
Γαλιλαίας
G1056
of Galilee
galilaea (i.e., the heathen circle), a region of 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
ἦν
G2258
i (thou, etc.) was (wast or were)
#10
διδάσκων
G1321
taught
to teach (in the same broad application)
#11
αὐτοὺς
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
#12
ἐν
G1722
on
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#13
τοῖς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#14
σάββασιν·
G4521
the sabbath days
the sabbath (i.e., shabbath), or day of weekly repose from secular avocations (also the observance or institution itself); by extension, a se'nnight,

Analysis

Within the broader context of Luke, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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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