Mark 10:30

Authorized King James Version

But he shall receive an hundredfold now in this time, houses, and brethren, and sisters, and mothers, and children, and lands, with persecutions; and in the world to come eternal life.

Word-by-Word Analysis

ἐὰν

G1437

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

μὴ

G3361

(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether

λάβῃ

G2983

he shall receive

while g0138 is more violent, to seize or remove))

ἑκατονταπλασίονα

G1542

an hundredfold

a hundred times

νῦν

G3568

now

"now" (as adverb of date, a transition or emphasis); also as noun or adjective present or immediate

ἐν

G1722

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

τῷ

G3588

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

καιρῷ

G2540

time

an occasion, i.e., set or proper time

τούτῳ

G5129

this

to (in, with or by) this (person or thing)

#10

οἰκίας

G3614

houses

properly, residence (abstractly), but usually (concretely) an abode (literally or figuratively); by implication, a family (especially domestics)

#11

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#12

ἀδελφοὺς

G80

brethren

a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like g0001)

#13

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#14

ἀδελφὰς

G79

sisters

a sister (naturally or ecclesiastically)

#15

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#16

μητέρας

G3384

mothers

a "mother" (literally or figuratively, immediate or remote)

#17

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#18

τέκνα

G5043

children

a child (as produced)

#19

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#20

ἀγροὺς

G68

lands

a field (as a drive for cattle); genitive case, the country; specially, a farm, i.e., hamlet

#21

μετὰ

G3326

with

properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession)

#22

διωγμῶν

G1375

persecutions

persecution

#23

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#24

ἐν

G1722

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

#25

τῷ

G3588

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

#26

αἰῶνι

G165

the world

properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (jewish) a messianic period (present or future)

#27

τῷ

G3588

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

#28

ἐρχομένῳ

G2064

to come

to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

#29

ζωὴν

G2222

life

life (literally or figuratively)

#30

αἰώνιον

G166

eternal

perpetual (also used of past time, or past and future as well)

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Mark. The concept of life 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 life. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

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?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on life address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?

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