Mark 10:32

Authorized King James Version

And they were in the way going up to Jerusalem; and Jesus went before them: and they were amazed; and as they followed, they were afraid. And he took again the twelve, and began to tell them what things should happen unto him,

Word-by-Word Analysis

ἦν

G2258

they were

i (thou, etc.) was (wast or were)

δὲ

G1161

And

but, and, etc

ἐν

G1722

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

τῇ

G3588

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

ὁδῷ

G3598

the way

a road; by implication, a progress (the route, act or distance); figuratively, a mode or means

ἀναβαίνοντες

G305

going up

to go up (literally or figuratively)

εἰς

G1519

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

Ἱεροσόλυμα

G2414

Jerusalem

hierosolyma (i.e., jerushalaim), the capitol of palestine

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#10

ἦν

G2258

they were

i (thou, etc.) was (wast or were)

#11

προάγων

G4254

before

to lead forward (magisterially); intransitively, to precede (in place or time (participle, previous))

#12

αὐτῷ

G846

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

#13

ὁ

G3588

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

#14

Ἰησοῦς

G2424

Jesus

jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites

#15

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#16

ἐθαμβοῦντο

G2284

they were amazed

to stupefy (with surprise), i.e., astound

#17

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#18

ἀκολουθοῦντες

G190

as they followed

properly, to be in the same way with, i.e., to accompany (specially, as a disciple)

#19

ἐφοβοῦντο

G5399

they were afraid

to frighten, i.e., (passively) to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e., revere

#20

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#21

παραλαβὼν

G3880

he took

to receive near, i.e., associate with oneself (in any familiar or intimate act or relation); by analogy, to assume an office; figuratively, to learn

#22

πάλιν

G3825

again

(adverbially) anew, i.e., (of place) back, (of time) once more, or (conjunctionally) furthermore or on the other hand

#23

τοὺς

G3588

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

#24

δώδεκα

G1427

the twelve

two and ten, i.e., a dozen

#25

ἤρξατο

G756

and began

to commence (in order of time)

#26

αὐτῷ

G846

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

#27

λέγειν

G3004

to tell

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

#28

τὰ

G3588

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

#29

μέλλοντα

G3195

what things should

to intend, i.e., be about to be, do, or suffer something (of persons or things, especially events; in the sense of purpose, duty, necessity, probabili

#30

αὐτῷ

G846

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

#31

συμβαίνειν

G4819

happen

to walk (figuratively, transpire) together, i.e., concur (take place)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Mark, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. 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 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 divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

How does this verse's literary context within Mark chapter 10 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
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?
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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