Luke 5:22

Authorized King James Version

But when Jesus perceived their thoughts, he answering said unto them, What reason ye in your hearts?

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
ἐπιγνοὺς
G1921
perceived
to know upon some mark, i.e., recognize; by implication, to become fully acquainted with, to acknowledge
#2
δὲ
G1161
But
but, and, etc
#3
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#4
Ἰησοῦς
G2424
when Jesus
jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites
#5
τοὺς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#6
διαλογισμοὺς
G1261
thoughts
discussion, i.e., (internal) consideration (by implication, purpose), or (external) debate
#7
αὐτούς
G846
their
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
#8
ἀποκριθεὶς
G611
he answering
to conclude for oneself, i.e., (by implication) to respond; by hebraism (compare h6030) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
#9
εἶπεν
G2036
said
to speak or say (by word or writing)
#10
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,
#11
αὐτούς
G846
their
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
Τί
G5101
What
an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
#13
διαλογίζεσθε
G1260
reason ye
to reckon thoroughly, i.e., (genitive case) to deliberate (by reflection or discussion)
#14
ἐν
G1722
in
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#15
ταῖς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#16
καρδίαις
G2588
hearts
the heart, i.e., (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle
#17
ὑμῶν
G5216
your
of (from or concerning) you

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.

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