Luke 4:43

Authorized King James Version

And he said unto them, I must preach the kingdom of God to other cities also: for therefore am I sent.

Word-by-Word Analysis

ὁ

G3588

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

δὲ

G1161

And

but, and, etc

εἶπεν

G2036

he said

to speak or say (by word or writing)

πρὸς

G4314

unto

a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e., toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e., pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of,

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

ὅτι

G3754

for

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

Καὶ

G2532

also

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

ταῖς

G3588

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

ἑτέραις

G2087

to other

(an-, the) other or different

#10

πόλεσιν

G4172

cities

a town (properly, with walls, of greater or less size)

#11

εὐαγγελίσασθαί

G2097

preach

to announce good news ("evangelize") especially the gospel

#12

με

G3165

#13

δεῖ

G1163

must

also deon deh-on'; neuter active participle of the same; both used impersonally; it is (was, etc.) necessary (as binding)

#14

τὴν

G3588

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

#15

βασιλείαν

G932

the kingdom

properly, royalty, i.e., (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively)

#16

τοῦ

G3588

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

#17

θεοῦ

G2316

of God

a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)

#18

ὅτι

G3754

for

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

#19

εἲς

G1519

therefore

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

#20

τοῦτο

G5124

that thing

#21

ἀπεστάλμαι

G649

am I sent

set apart, i.e., (by implication) to send out (properly, on a mission) literally or figuratively

Analysis

This verse develops the kingdom of God theme central to Luke. The concept of kingdom reflects the development of kingdom of God within biblical theology. The divine name or title here functions within biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. 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

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of kingdom of God 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 kingdom in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does this verse's emphasis on kingdom address the apparent delay of Christ's return and God's justice, and how should the church respond?
What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of kingdom of God, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of eschatology and the doctrine of last things?
What practical applications emerge from understanding kingdom of God as presented in this verse, particularly in light of providing hope in times of political and social upheaval?

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