Luke 6:19

Authorized King James Version

And the whole multitude sought to touch him: for there went virtue out of him, and healed them all.

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

πάντας

G3956

the whole

all, any, every, the whole

ὁ

G3588

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

ὄχλος

G3793

multitude

a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot

ἐζήτει

G2212

sought

to seek (literally or figuratively); specially, (by hebraism) to worship (god), or (in a bad sense) to plot (against life)

ἅπτεσθαι

G680

to touch

properly, to attach oneself to, i.e., to touch (in many implied relations)

αὐτοῦ

G846

him

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

δύναμις

G1411

virtue

force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)

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παρ'

G3844

out

properly, near; i.e., (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subj

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αὐτοῦ

G846

him

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

ἐξήρχετο

G1831

there went

to issue (literally or figuratively)

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καὶ

G2532

And

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

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ἰᾶτο

G2390

healed

to cure (literally or figuratively)

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πάντας

G3956

the whole

all, any, every, the whole

Analysis

Within the broader context of Luke, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. 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.

Questions for Reflection

How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
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?

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Luke 6:19

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