Mark 12:2

Authorized King James Version

And at the season he sent to the husbandmen a servant, that he might receive from the husbandmen of the fruit of the vineyard.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#2
ἀπέστειλεν
G649
he sent
set apart, i.e., (by implication) to send out (properly, on a mission) literally or figuratively
#3
πρὸς
G4314
to
a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e., toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e., pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of,
#4
τοὺς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#5
γεωργῶν
G1092
the husbandmen
a land-worker, i.e., farmer
#6
τῷ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#7
καιρῷ
G2540
at the season
an occasion, i.e., set or proper time
#8
δοῦλον
G1401
a servant
a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or subserviency)
#9
ἵνα
G2443
that
in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
#10
παρὰ
G3844
from
properly, near; i.e., (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subj
#11
τῶν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#12
γεωργῶν
G1092
the husbandmen
a land-worker, i.e., farmer
#13
λάβῃ
G2983
he might receive
while g0138 is more violent, to seize or remove))
#14
ἀπὸ
G575
of
"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
#15
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#16
καρποῦ
G2590
the fruit
fruit (as plucked), literally or figuratively
#17
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#18
ἀμπελῶνος·
G290
of the vineyard
a vineyard

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.

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