Luke 6:34

Authorized King James Version

And if ye lend to them of whom ye hope to receive, what thank have ye? for sinners also lend to sinners, to receive as much again.

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
ἐὰν
G1437
if
a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
#3
δανείζουσιν
G1155
lend
to loan on interest; reflexively, to borrow
#4
παρ'
G3844
to them of
properly, near; i.e., (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subj
#5
ὧν
G3739
whom
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
#6
ἐλπίζετε
G1679
ye hope
to expect or confide
#7
ἀπολάβωσιν
G618
again
to receive (specially, in full, or as a host); also to take aside
#8
ποία
G4169
what
individualizing interrogative (of character) what sort of, or (of number) which one
#9
ὑμῖν
G5213
ye
to (with or by) you
#10
χάρις
G5485
thank
graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine influence upon the heart
#11
ἐστίν
G2076
have
he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are
#12
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#13
γὰρ
G1063
for
properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
#14
οἱ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#15
ἁμαρτωλοῖς
G268
sinners
sinful, i.e., a sinner
#16
ἁμαρτωλοῖς
G268
sinners
sinful, i.e., a sinner
#17
δανείζουσιν
G1155
lend
to loan on interest; reflexively, to borrow
#18
ἵνα
G2443
to
in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
#19
ἀπολάβωσιν
G618
again
to receive (specially, in full, or as a host); also to take aside
#20
τὰ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#21
ἴσα
G2470
as much
similar (in amount and kind)

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing hope contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

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 hope in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

Related Resources

Explore related topics, people, and study resources to deepen your understanding of this passage.

Topics

People

Study Resources