Luke 9:48

Authorized King James Version

And said unto them, Whosoever shall receive this child in my name receiveth me: and whosoever shall receive me receiveth him that sent me: for he that is least among you all, the same shall be great.

Word-by-Word Analysis

καὶ

G2532

And

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

εἶπεν

G2036

said

to speak or say (by word or writing)

αὐτοῖς

G846

unto 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

ὃς

G3739

Whosoever

the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that

ἐὰν

G1437

a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty

δέχεται

G1209

receiveth

to receive (in various applications, literally or figuratively)

τοῦτο

G5124

this

that thing

τὸ

G3588

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

παιδίον

G3813

child

a childling (of either sex), i.e., (properly), an infant, or (by extension) a half-grown boy or girl; figuratively, an immature christian

#10

ἐπὶ

G1909

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

#11

τῷ

G3588

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

#12

ὀνόματί

G3686

name

a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)

#13

μου

G3450

of me

#14

ἐμὲ

G1691

#15

δέχεται

G1209

receiveth

to receive (in various applications, literally or figuratively)

#16

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#17

ὃς

G3739

Whosoever

the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that

#18

ἐὰν

G1437

a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty

#19

ἐμὲ

G1691

#20

δέχεται

G1209

receiveth

to receive (in various applications, literally or figuratively)

#21

δέχεται

G1209

receiveth

to receive (in various applications, literally or figuratively)

#22

τὸν

G3588

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

#23

ἀποστείλαντά

G649

that sent

set apart, i.e., (by implication) to send out (properly, on a mission) literally or figuratively

#24

με·

G3165

#25

ὁ

G3588

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

#26

γὰρ

G1063

for

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

#27

μικρότερος

G3398

least

small (in size, quantity, number or (figuratively) dignity)

#28

ἐν

G1722

among

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

#29

πᾶσιν

G3956

all

all, any, every, the whole

#30

ὑμῖν

G5213

you

to (with or by) you

#31

ὑπάρχων

G5225

he that is

to begin under (quietly), i.e., come into existence (be present or at hand); expletively, to exist (as copula or subordinate to an adjective, particip

#32

οὗτός

G3778

the same

the he (she or it), i.e., this or that (often with article repeated)

#33

ἐσται

G2071

shall be

will be

#34

μέγας

G3173

great

big (literally or figuratively, in a very wide application)

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Luke. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, 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 revelation. 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?
How does this verse's literary context within Luke chapter 9 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?

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