Mark 1:29
And forthwith, when they were come out of the synagogue, they entered into the house of Simon and Andrew, with James and John.
Original Language Analysis
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
1 of 17
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ἐκ
out of
G1537
ἐκ
out of
Strong's:
G1537
Word #:
3 of 17
a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct
τῆς
G3588
τῆς
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
4 of 17
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
συναγωγῆς
the synagogue
G4864
συναγωγῆς
the synagogue
Strong's:
G4864
Word #:
5 of 17
an assemblage of persons; specially, a jewish "synagogue" (the meeting or the place); by analogy, a christian church
ἦλθον
they entered
G2064
ἦλθον
they entered
Strong's:
G2064
Word #:
7 of 17
to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
εἰς
into
G1519
εἰς
into
Strong's:
G1519
Word #:
8 of 17
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
τὴν
G3588
τὴν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
9 of 17
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
οἰκίαν
the house
G3614
οἰκίαν
the house
Strong's:
G3614
Word #:
10 of 17
properly, residence (abstractly), but usually (concretely) an abode (literally or figuratively); by implication, a family (especially domestics)
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
12 of 17
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
μετὰ
with
G3326
μετὰ
with
Strong's:
G3326
Word #:
14 of 17
properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession)
Historical Context
Archaeological excavations in Capernaum have uncovered what is traditionally identified as Peter's house, later converted into a church. First-century Galilean homes typically housed extended families in modest, close quarters. The synagogue mentioned was the center of Jewish community life.
Questions for Reflection
- How should the presence of Christ transform our understanding of 'sacred' versus 'secular' spaces?
- What does the disciples' immediate turn to Jesus in their time of need teach us about prayer and dependence?
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Analysis & Commentary
The transition from synagogue to home reveals Christ's ministry extended to both public and private spheres. Simon Peter's house becomes the setting for a miracle, demonstrating that no place is secular when Christ is present. The immediacy ('forthwith') shows the disciples' eagerness to bring their needs to Jesus, modeling the boldness believers should have in approaching Him with concerns.