Mark 13:26

Authorized King James Version

And then shall they see the Son of man coming in the clouds with great power and glory.

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

τότε

G5119

then

the when, i.e., at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecution)

ὄψονται

G3700

shall they see

to gaze (i.e., with wide-open eyes, as at something remarkable; and thus differing from g0991, which denotes simply voluntary observation; and from g1

τὸν

G3588

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

υἱὸν

G5207

the Son

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

τοῦ

G3588

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

ἀνθρώπου

G444

of man

man-faced, i.e., a human being

ἐρχόμενον

G2064

coming

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

ἐν

G1722

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

#10

νεφέλαις

G3507

the clouds

properly, cloudiness, i.e., (concretely) a cloud

#11

μετὰ

G3326

with

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

#12

δυνάμεως

G1411

power

force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)

#13

πολλῆς

G4183

great

(singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely

#14

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#15

δόξης

G1391

glory

glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing glory contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

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 glory. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

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?
How might the original audience's understanding of glory differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
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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