Mark 14:37

Authorized King James Version

And he cometh, and findeth them sleeping, and saith unto Peter, Simon, sleepest thou? couldest not thou watch one hour?

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

ἔρχεται

G2064

he cometh

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

καὶ

G2532

And

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

εὑρίσκει

G2147

findeth

to find (literally or figuratively)

αὐτοὺς

G846

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

καθεύδεις

G2518

sleepest thou

to lie down to rest, i.e., (by implication) to fall asleep (literally or figuratively)

καὶ

G2532

And

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

λέγει

G3004

saith

properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an

τῷ

G3588

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

#10

Πέτρῳ

G4074

unto Peter

a (piece of) rock (larger than g3037); as a name, petrus, an apostle

#11

Σίμων

G4613

Simon

simon (i.e., shimon), the name of nine israelites

#12

καθεύδεις

G2518

sleepest thou

to lie down to rest, i.e., (by implication) to fall asleep (literally or figuratively)

#13

οὐκ

G3756

not

the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not

#14

ἴσχυσας

G2480

couldest

to have (or exercise) force (literally or figuratively)

#15

μίαν

G1520

one

#16

ὥραν

G5610

hour

an "hour" (literally or figuratively)

#17

γρηγορῆσαι

G1127

thou watch

to keep awake, i.e., watch (literally or figuratively)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Mark, this passage highlights salvation through rhetorical questioning that engages the reader. 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 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 might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
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?
In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?

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