Luke 6:2

Authorized King James Version

And certain of the Pharisees said unto them, Why do ye that which is not lawful to do on the sabbath days?

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
τινὲς
certain
some or any person or object
#2
δὲ
And
but, and, etc
#3
τῶν
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#4
Φαρισαίων
of the Pharisees
a separatist, i.e., exclusively religious; a pharisean, i.e., jewish sectary
#5
εἶπον
said
to speak or say (by word or writing)
#6
αὐτοῖς,
unto 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
#7
Τί
Why
an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
#8
ποιεῖν
do ye
to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
#9
that which
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
#10
οὐκ
not
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
#11
ἔξεστιν
is
so also ???? <pronunciation strongs="ex-on'"/> neuter present participle of the same (with or without some form of g1510 expressed); impersonally, it
#12
ποιεῖν
do ye
to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
#13
ἐν
on
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#14
τοῖς
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#15
σάββασιν
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 rhetorical questioning that engages the reader. 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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