Luke 9:12

Authorized King James Version

And when the day began to wear away, then came the twelve, and said unto him, Send the multitude away, that they may go into the towns and country round about, and lodge, and get victuals: for we are here in a desert place.

Word-by-Word Analysis

Ἡ

G3588

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

δὲ

G1161

And

but, and, etc

ἡμέρα

G2250

when the day

day, i.e., (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the jews as inclusive of

ἤρξατο

G756

began

to commence (in order of time)

κλίνειν·

G2827

to wear away

to slant or slope, i.e., incline or recline (literally or figuratively)

προσελθόντες

G4334

came

to approach, i.e., (literally) come near, visit, or (figuratively) worship, assent to

δὲ

G1161

And

but, and, etc

οἱ

G3588

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

δώδεκα

G1427

the twelve

two and ten, i.e., a dozen

#10

εἶπον

G2036

and said

to speak or say (by word or writing)

#11

αὐτῷ

G846

unto 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

#12

Ἀπόλυσον

G630

Send

to free fully, i.e., (literally) relieve, release, dismiss (reflexively, depart), or (figuratively) let die, pardon or (specially) divorce

#13

τὸν

G3588

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

#14

ὄχλον

G3793

the multitude

a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot

#15

ἵνα

G2443

that

in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)

#16

ἀπελθόντες

G565

they may go

to go off (i.e., depart), aside (i.e., apart) or behind (i.e., follow), literally or figuratively

#17

εἰς

G1519

into

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

#18

τὰς

G3588

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

#19

κύκλῳ

G2945

round about

i.e., in a circle (by implication, of g1722), i.e., (adverbially) all around

#20

κώμας

G2968

the towns

a hamlet (as if laid down)

#21

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#22

τοῦς

G3588

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

#23

ἀγροὺς

G68

country

a field (as a drive for cattle); genitive case, the country; specially, a farm, i.e., hamlet

#24

καταλύσωσιν

G2647

and lodge

to loosen down (disintegrate), i.e., (by implication) to demolish (literally or figuratively); specially (compare g2646) to halt for the night

#25

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#26

εὕρωσιν

G2147

get

to find (literally or figuratively)

#27

ἐπισιτισμόν

G1979

victuals

a provisioning, i.e., (concretely) food

#28

ὅτι

G3754

for

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

#29

ὧδε

G5602

here

in this same spot, i.e., here or hither

#30

ἐν

G1722

"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc

#31

ἐρήμῳ

G2048

a desert

lonesome, i.e., (by implication) waste (usually as a noun, g5561 being implied)

#32

τόπῳ

G5117

place

a spot (general in space, but limited by occupancy; whereas g5561 is a large but participle locality), i.e., location (as a position, home, tract, etc

#33

ἐσμέν

G2070

we are

Analysis

Within the broader context of Luke, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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 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 divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

How does the salvation 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 salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?

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