Mark 10:46

Authorized King James Version

And they came to Jericho: and as he went out of Jericho with his disciples and a great number of people, blind Bartimaeus, the son of Timaeus, sat by the highway side begging.

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

ἔρχονται

G2064

they came

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

εἰς

G1519

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

Ἰεριχὼ

G2410

Jericho

jericho, a place in palestine

καὶ

G2532

And

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

ἐκπορευομένου

G1607

as he went

to depart, be discharged, proceed, project

αὐτοῦ

G846

his

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

ἀπὸ

G575

out of

"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)

Ἰεριχὼ

G2410

Jericho

jericho, a place in palestine

#10

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#11

τῶν

G3588

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

#12

μαθητῶν

G3101

disciples

a learner, i.e., pupil

#13

αὐτοῦ

G846

his

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

#14

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#15

ὄχλου

G3793

number of people

a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot

#16

ἱκανοῦ

G2425

a great

competent (as if coming in season), i.e., ample (in amount) or fit (in character)

#17

υἱὸς

G5207

the son

a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship

#18

Τιμαίου

G5090

of Timaeus

timaeus (i.e., timay), an israelite

#19

Βαρτιμαῖος

G924

Bartimaeus

son of timaeus (or the unclean); bar-timaeus, an israelite

#20

ὁ

G3588

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

#21

τυφλὸς

G5185

blind

opaque (as if smoky), i.e., (by analogy) blind (physically or mentally)

#22

ἐκάθητο

G2521

sat

and ???? (to sit; akin to the base of g1476); to sit down; figuratively, to remain, reside

#23

παρὰ

G3844

properly, near; i.e., (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subj

#24

τὴν

G3588

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

#25

ὁδόν

G3598

the highway side

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

#26

προσαιτῶν

G4319

begging

to ask repeatedly (importune), i.e., solicit

Analysis

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

Questions for Reflection

How might the original audience's understanding of covenant community differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on covenant community address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
How does this verse's literary context within Mark chapter 10 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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