Mark 14:60

Authorized King James Version

And the high priest stood up in the midst, and asked Jesus, saying, Answerest thou nothing? what is it which these witness against thee?

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

ἀναστὰς

G450

stood up

to stand up (literal or figurative, transitive or intransitive)

ὁ

G3588

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

ἀρχιερεὺς

G749

the high priest

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

εἰς

G1519

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

τὸ

G3588

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

μέσον

G3319

the midst

middle (as an adjective or (neuter) noun)

ἐπηρώτησεν

G1905

and asked

to ask for, i.e., inquire, seek

τὸν

G3588

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

#10

Ἰησοῦν

G2424

Jesus

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

#11

λέγων,

G3004

saying

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

#12

Οὐκ

G3756

Answerest

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

#13

ἀποκρίνῃ

G611

thou

to conclude for oneself, i.e., (by implication) to respond; by hebraism (compare h6030) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)

#14

οὐδέν

G3762

nothing

not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e., none, nobody, nothing

#15

τί

G5101

what

an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)

#16

οὗτοί

G3778

is it which these

the he (she or it), i.e., this or that (often with article repeated)

#17

σου

G4675

against thee

of thee, thy

#18

καταμαρτυροῦσιν

G2649

witness

to testify against

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 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?
What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
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?

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