Luke 5:14

Authorized King James Version

And he charged him to tell no man: but go, and shew thyself to the priest, and offer for thy cleansing, according as Moses commanded, for a testimony unto them.

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
αὐτοῖς
G846
he
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
#3
παρήγγειλεν
G3853
charged
to transmit a message, i.e., (by implication) to enjoin
#4
αὐτοῖς
G846
he
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
#5
μηδενὶ
G3367
no man
not even one (man, woman, thing)
#6
εἰπεῖν
G2036
to tell
to speak or say (by word or writing)
#7
ἀλλὰ
G235
but
properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
#8
ἀπελθὼν
G565
go
to go off (i.e., depart), aside (i.e., apart) or behind (i.e., follow), literally or figuratively
#9
δεῖξον
G1166
and shew
to show (literally or figuratively)
#10
σεαυτὸν
G4572
thyself
of (with, to) thyself
#11
τῷ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#12
ἱερεῖ
G2409
to the priest
a priest (literally or figuratively)
#13
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#14
προσένεγκε
G4374
offer
to bear towards, i.e., lead to, tender (especially to god), treat
#15
περὶ
G4012
for
properly, through (all over), i.e., around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive cas
#16
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#17
καθαρισμοῦ
G2512
cleansing
a washing off, i.e., (ceremonially) ablution, (morally) expiation
#18
σου
G4675
thy
of thee, thy
#19
καθὼς
G2531
according as
just (or inasmuch) as, that
#20
προσέταξεν
G4367
commanded
to arrange towards, i.e., (figuratively) enjoin
#21
Μωσῆς,
G3475
Moses
moseus, moses, or mouses (i.e., mosheh), the hebrew lawgiver
#22
εἰς
G1519
for
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#23
μαρτύριον
G3142
a testimony
something evidential, i.e., (genitive case) evidence given or (specially), the decalogue (in the sacred tabernacle)
#24
αὐτοῖς
G846
he
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

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

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.

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