Mark 10:15

Authorized King James Version

Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child, he shall not enter therein.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
ἀμὴν
G281
Verily
properly, firm, i.e., (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be it)
#2
λέγω
G3004
I say
properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an
#3
ὑμῖν
G5213
unto you
to (with or by) you
#4
ὃς
G3739
Whosoever
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
#5
ἐὰν
G1437
a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
#6
μὴ
G3361
(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether
#7
δέξηται
G1209
receive
to receive (in various applications, literally or figuratively)
#8
τὴν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#9
βασιλείαν
G932
the kingdom
properly, royalty, i.e., (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively)
#10
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
θεοῦ
G2316
of God
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)
#12
ὡς
G5613
as
which how, i.e., in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
#13
παιδίον
G3813
a little child
a childling (of either sex), i.e., (properly), an infant, or (by extension) a half-grown boy or girl; figuratively, an immature christian
#14
οὐ
G3756
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
#15
μὴ
G3361
(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether
#16
εἰσέλθῃ
G1525
enter
to enter (literally or figuratively)
#17
εἰς
G1519
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#18
αὐτήν
G846
therein
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 kingdom of God through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of kingdom connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about kingdom, 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 Mark.

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 kingdom. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

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