Mark 14:25

Authorized King James Version

Verily I say unto you, I will drink no more of the fruit of the vine, until that day that I drink it new in the kingdom of God.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
ἀμὴν
G281
Verily
properly, firm, i.e., (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be it)
#2
λέγω
G3004
I say
properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an
#3
ὑμῖν
G5213
unto you
to (with or by) you
#4
ὅτι
G3754
no more
demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
#5
οὐκέτι
G3765
not yet, no longer
#6
οὐ
G3756
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
#7
μὴ
G3361
(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether
#8
πίνω
G4095
I drink
to imbibe (literally or figuratively)
#9
ἐκ
G1537
of
a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct
#10
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
γεννήματος
G1081
the fruit
offspring; by analogy, produce (literally or figuratively)
#12
τῆς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#13
ἀμπέλου
G288
of the vine
a vine (as coiling about a support)
#14
ἕως
G2193
until
a conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until (of time and place)
#15
τῆς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#16
ἡμέρας
G2250
day
day, i.e., (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the jews as inclusive of
#17
ἐκείνης
G1565
that
that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
#18
ὅταν
G3752
that
whenever (implying hypothesis or more or less uncertainty); also causatively (conjunctionally) inasmuch as
#19
αὐτὸ
G846
it
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
#20
πίνω
G4095
I drink
to imbibe (literally or figuratively)
#21
καινὸν
G2537
new
new (especially in freshness; while g3501 is properly so with respect to age
#22
ἐν
G1722
in
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#23
τῇ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#24
βασιλείᾳ
G932
the kingdom
properly, royalty, i.e., (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively)
#25
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#26
θεοῦ
G2316
of God
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Mark, this passage highlights kingdom of God through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of kingdom connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about kingdom, 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 kingdom. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

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