Luke 7:6

Authorized King James Version

Then Jesus went with them. And when he was now not far from the house, the centurion sent friends to him, saying unto him, Lord, trouble not thyself: for I am not worthy that thou shouldest enter under my roof:

Word-by-Word Analysis

ὁ

G3588

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

δὲ

G1161

And

but, and, etc

Ἰησοῦς

G2424

Jesus

jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites

ἐπορεύετο

G4198

went

to traverse, i.e., travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.)

σὺν

G4862

with

with or together (but much closer than g3326 or g3844), i.e., by association, companionship, process, resemblance, possession, instrumentality, additi

αὐτῷ,

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

ἤδη

G2235

now

even now

δὲ

G1161

And

but, and, etc

αὐτῷ,

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

#10

οὐ

G3756

not

the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not

#11

μακρὰν

G3112

far

at a distance (literally or figuratively)

#12

ἀπέχοντος

G568

when he was

(actively) to have out, i.e., receive in full; (intransitively) to keep (oneself) away, i.e., be distant (literally or figuratively)

#13

ἀπὸ

G575

from

"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)

#14

τῆς

G3588

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

#15

οἰκίας

G3614

the house

properly, residence (abstractly), but usually (concretely) an abode (literally or figuratively); by implication, a family (especially domestics)

#16

ἔπεμψεν

G3992

sent

to dispatch (from the subjective view or point of departure, whereas ???? (as a stronger form of ????) refers rather to the objective point or <i>term

#17

πρὸς

G4314

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,

#18

αὐτῷ,

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

#19

ὁ

G3588

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

#20

ἑκατόνταρχος

G1543

the centurion

the captain of one hundred men

#21

φίλους

G5384

friends

actively, fond, i.e., friendly (still as a noun, an associate, neighbor, etc.)

#22

λέγων

G3004

saying

properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an

#23

αὐτῷ,

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

#24

Κύριε

G2962

Lord

supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)

#25

μὴ

G3361

not

(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether

#26

σκύλλου

G4660

thyself

to flay, i.e., (figuratively) to harass

#27

οὐ

G3756

not

the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not

#28

γὰρ

G1063

for

properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)

#29

εἰμι

G1510

I am

i exist (used only when emphatic)

#30

ἱκανός

G2425

worthy

competent (as if coming in season), i.e., ample (in amount) or fit (in character)

#31

ἵνα

G2443

that

in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)

#32

ὑπὸ

G5259

under

under, i.e., (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (

#33

τὴν

G3588

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

#34

στέγην

G4721

roof

a roof

#35

μου

G3450

of me

#36

εἰσέλθῃς·

G1525

thou shouldest enter

to enter (literally or figuratively)

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Luke. The concept of divine sovereignty reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The divine name or title here functions within biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. The original language emphasizes the covenant name Yahweh, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His promises, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

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 sovereignty. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
How does this verse's literary context within Luke chapter 7 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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