Luke 8:14

Authorized King James Version

And that which fell among thorns are they, which, when they have heard, go forth, and are choked with cares and riches and pleasures of this life, and bring no fruit to perfection.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
τὸ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#2
δὲ
G1161
And
but, and, etc
#3
εἰς
G1519
among
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#4
τὰς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#5
ἀκάνθας
G173
thorns
a thorn
#6
πεσόν
G4098
that which fell
to fall (literally or figuratively)
#7
οὗτοί
G3778
they
the he (she or it), i.e., this or that (often with article repeated)
#8
εἰσιν
G1526
are
they are
#9
οἱ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#10
ἀκούσαντες
G191
which when they have heard
to hear (in various senses)
#11
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#12
ὑπὸ
G5259
with
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 (
#13
μεριμνῶν
G3308
cares
solicitude
#14
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#15
πλούτου
G4149
riches
wealth (as fulness), i.e., (literally) money, possessions, or (figuratively) abundance, richness, (specially), valuable bestowment
#16
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#17
ἡδονῶν
G2237
pleasures
sensual delight; by implication, desire
#18
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#19
βίου
G979
of this life
life, i.e., (literally) the present state of existence; by implication, the means of livelihood
#20
πορευόμενοι
G4198
go forth
to traverse, i.e., travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.)
#21
συμπνίγονται
G4846
are choked
to strangle completely, i.e., (literally) to drown, or (figuratively) to crowd
#22
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#23
οὐ
G3756
no
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
#24
τελεσφοροῦσιν
G5052
bring
to be a bearer to completion (maturity), i.e., to ripen fruit (figuratively)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Luke, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of life connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about life, 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 life. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

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