Luke 9:44

Authorized King James Version

Let these sayings sink down into your ears: for the Son of man shall be delivered into the hands of men.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
Θέσθε
sink down
to place (in the widest application, literally and figuratively; properly, in a passive or horizontal posture, and thus different from g2476, which pr
#2
ὑμεῖς
your
you (as subjective of verb)
#3
εἰς
into
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#4
τὰ
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#5
ὦτα
ears
the ear (physically or mentally)
#6
ὑμῶν
of (from or concerning) you
#7
τοὺς
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#8
λόγους
sayings
something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a
#9
τούτους·
Let these
these (persons, as objective of verb or preposition)
#10
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
γὰρ
for
properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
#12
υἱὸς
the Son
a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
#13
τοῦ
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#14
ἀνθρώπων
of man
man-faced, i.e., a human being
#15
μέλλει
shall be
to intend, i.e., be about to be, do, or suffer something (of persons or things, especially events; in the sense of purpose, duty, necessity, probabili
#16
παραδίδοσθαι
delivered
to surrender, i.e yield up, entrust, transmit
#17
εἰς
into
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#18
χεῖρας
the hands
the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by hebraism) a means or instrument)
#19
ἀνθρώπων
of man
man-faced, i.e., a human being

Analysis

Within the broader context of Luke, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. 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 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.

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