Mark 14:35

Authorized King James Version

And he went forward a little, and fell on the ground, and prayed that, if it were possible, the hour might pass from him.

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

προελθὼν

G4281

he went forward

to go onward, precede (in place or time)

μικρὸν

G3397

a little

a small space of time or degree

ἔπεσεν

G4098

and fell

to fall (literally or figuratively)

ἐπὶ

G1909

properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re

τῆς

G3588

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

γῆς

G1093

the ground

soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe (including the occupants in each application)

καὶ

G2532

And

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

προσηύχετο

G4336

prayed

to pray to god, i.e., supplicate, worship

#10

ἵνα

G2443

that

in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)

#11

εἰ

G1487

if, whether, that, etc

#12

δυνατόν

G1415

possible

powerful or capable (literally or figuratively); neuter possible

#13

ἐστιν

G2076

it were

he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are

#14

παρέλθῃ

G3928

might pass

to come near or aside, i.e., to approach (arrive), go by (or away), (figuratively) perish or neglect, (causative) avert

#15

ἀπ'

G575

from

"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)

#16

αὐτοῦ

G846

him

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

#17

ἡ

G3588

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

#18

ὥρα

G5610

the hour

an "hour" (literally or figuratively)

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

Questions for Reflection

How does this verse's literary context within Mark chapter 14 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?

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