Mark 1:44

Authorized King James Version

And saith unto him, See thou say nothing to any man: but go thy way, shew thyself to the priest, and offer for thy cleansing those things which Moses commanded, for a testimony unto them.

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

λέγει

G3004

saith

properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an

αὐτοῖς

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

Ὅρα

G3708

See

by extension, to attend to; by hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear

μηδὲν

G3367

nothing

not even one (man, woman, thing)

μηδὲν

G3367

nothing

not even one (man, woman, thing)

εἴπῃς

G2036

thou say

to speak or say (by word or writing)

ἀλλ'

G235

but

properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)

ὕπαγε

G5217

go thy way

to lead (oneself) under, i.e., withdraw or retire (as if sinking out of sight), literally or figuratively

#10

σεαυτὸν

G4572

thyself

of (with, to) thyself

#11

δεῖξον

G1166

shew

to show (literally or figuratively)

#12

τῷ

G3588

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

#13

ἱερεῖ

G2409

to the priest

a priest (literally or figuratively)

#14

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#15

προσένεγκε

G4374

offer

to bear towards, i.e., lead to, tender (especially to god), treat

#16

περὶ

G4012

for

properly, through (all over), i.e., around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive cas

#17

τοῦ

G3588

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

#18

καθαρισμοῦ

G2512

cleansing

a washing off, i.e., (ceremonially) ablution, (morally) expiation

#19

σου

G4675

thy

of thee, thy

#20

ἃ

G3739

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

#21

προσέταξεν

G4367

commanded

to arrange towards, i.e., (figuratively) enjoin

#22

Μωσῆς,

G3475

those things which Moses

moseus, moses, or mouses (i.e., mosheh), the hebrew lawgiver

#23

εἰς

G1519

for

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

#24

μαρτύριον

G3142

a testimony

something evidential, i.e., (genitive case) evidence given or (specially), the decalogue (in the sacred tabernacle)

#25

αὐτοῖς

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

Analysis

Within the broader context of Mark, 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 establishing foundational concepts crucial to Mark's theological argument.

Historical Context

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
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?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?

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