Mark 14:24

Authorized King James Version

And he said unto them, This is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many.

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
εἶπεν
G2036
he said
to speak or say (by word or writing)
#3
αὐτοῖς
G846
unto 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
#4
Τοῦτό
G5124
This
that thing
#5
ἐστιν
G2076
is
he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are
#6
τὸ
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#7
αἷμά
G129
blood
blood, literally (of men or animals), figuratively (the juice of grapes) or specially (the atoning blood of christ); by implication, bloodshed, also k
#8
μου
G3450
my
of me
#9
τὸ
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#10
τὸ
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
καινῆς
G2537
of the new
new (especially in freshness; while g3501 is properly so with respect to age
#12
διαθήκης
G1242
testament
properly, a disposition, i.e., (specially) a contract (especially a devisory will)
#13
τὸ
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#14
περὶ
G4012
for
properly, through (all over), i.e., around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive cas
#15
πολλῶν
G4183
many
(singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
#16
ἐκχυνόμενον
G1632
is shed
to pour forth; figuratively, to bestow

Analysis

Within the broader context of Mark, this passage highlights covenant through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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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