Mark 14:53

Authorized King James Version

And they led Jesus away to the high priest: and with him were assembled all the chief priests and the elders and the scribes.

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

ἀπήγαγον

G520

away

to take off (in various senses)

τὸν

G3588

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

Ἰησοῦν

G2424

Jesus

jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites

πρὸς

G4314

a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e., toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e., pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of,

τὸν

G3588

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

ἀρχιερεῖς

G749

the chief priests

the high-priest (literally, of the jews; typically, christ); by extension a chief priest

καὶ

G2532

And

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

συνέρχονται

G4905

were assembled

to convene, depart in company with, associate with, or (specially), cohabit (conjugally)

#10

αὐτῷ

G846

with 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

#11

πάντες

G3956

all

all, any, every, the whole

#12

οἱ

G3588

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

#13

ἀρχιερεῖς

G749

the chief priests

the high-priest (literally, of the jews; typically, christ); by extension a chief priest

#14

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#15

οἱ

G3588

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

#16

πρεσβύτεροι

G4245

the elders

older; as noun, a senior; specially, an israelite sanhedrist (also figuratively, member of the celestial council) or christian "presbyter"

#17

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#18

οἱ

G3588

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

#19

γραμματεῖς

G1122

the scribes

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Analysis

Within the broader context of Mark, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. 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.

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?
How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
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?

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