Luke 9:1

Authorized King James Version

Then he called his twelve disciples together, and gave them power and authority over all devils, and to cure diseases.

Word-by-Word Analysis

Συγκαλεσάμενος

G4779

he called

to convoke

δὲ

G1161

Then

but, and, etc

τοὺς

G3588

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

δώδεκα

G1427

twelve

two and ten, i.e., a dozen

μαθητὰς

G3101

disciples

a learner, i.e., pupil

αὐτοῖς

G846

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

ἔδωκεν

G1325

gave

to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)

αὐτοῖς

G846

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

δύναμιν

G1411

power

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

#10

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#11

ἐξουσίαν

G1849

and authority

privilege, i.e., (subjectively) force, capacity, competency, freedom, or (objectively) mastery (concretely, magistrate, superhuman, potentate, token o

#12

ἐπὶ

G1909

over

properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re

#13

πάντα

G3956

all

all, any, every, the whole

#14

τὰ

G3588

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

#15

δαιμόνια

G1140

devils

a daemonic being; by extension a deity

#16

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#17

νόσους

G3554

diseases

a malady (rarely figuratively, of moral disability)

#18

θεραπεύειν

G2323

to cure

to wait upon menially, i.e., (figuratively) to adore (god), or (specially) to relieve (of disease)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Luke, this passage highlights kingdom of God through simile or metaphorical language. 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 introducing key themes that will be developed throughout 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.

Questions for Reflection

How does the kingdom of God theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
What practical applications emerge from understanding kingdom of God as presented in this verse, particularly in light of providing hope in times of political and social upheaval?
In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about kingdom of God?

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Luke 9:1

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