Mark 13:22

Authorized King James Version

For false Christs and false prophets shall rise, and shall shew signs and wonders, to seduce, if it were possible, even the elect.

Word-by-Word Analysis

ἐγερθήσονται

G1453

shall rise

to waken (transitively or intransitively), i.e., rouse (literally, from sleep, from sitting or lying, from disease, from death; or figuratively, from

γὰρ

G1063

For

properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)

ψευδόχριστοι

G5580

false Christs

a spurious messiah

καὶ

G2532

and

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

ψευδοπροφῆται

G5578

false prophets

a spurious prophet, i.e., pretended foreteller or religious impostor

καὶ

G2532

and

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

δώσουσιν

G1325

shall shew

to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)

σημεῖα

G4592

signs

an indication, especially ceremonially or supernaturally

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#10

τέρατα

G5059

wonders

a prodigy or omen

#11

πρὸς

G4314

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,

#12

τὸ

G3588

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

#13

ἀποπλανᾶν

G635

seduce

to lead astray (figuratively); passively, to stray (from truth)

#14

εἰ

G1487

if, whether, that, etc

#15

δυνατόν

G1415

it were possible

powerful or capable (literally or figuratively); neuter possible

#16

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#17

τοὺς

G3588

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

#18

ἐκλεκτούς

G1588

the elect

select; by implication, favorite

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Mark. The concept of divine revelation 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 literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of Mark Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
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?
How does this verse's literary context within Mark chapter 13 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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