Mark 2:12

Authorized King James Version

And immediately he arose, took up the bed, and went forth before them all; insomuch that they were all amazed, and glorified God, saying, We never saw it on this fashion.

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

ἠγέρθη

G1453

he arose

to waken (transitively or intransitively), i.e., rouse (literally, from sleep, from sitting or lying, from disease, from death; or figuratively, from

εὐθὲως,

G2112

immediately

directly, i.e., at once or soon

καὶ

G2532

And

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

ἄρας

G142

took up

to lift up; by implication, to take up or away; figuratively, to raise (the voice), keep in suspense (the mind), specially, to sail away (i.e., weigh

τὸν

G3588

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

κράββατον

G2895

the bed

a mattress

ἐξῆλθεν

G1831

went forth

to issue (literally or figuratively)

ἐναντίον

G1726

before

(adverbially) in the presence (view) of

#10

πάντας

G3956

all

all, any, every, the whole

#11

ὥστε

G5620

insomuch that

so too, i.e., thus therefore (in various relations of consecution, as follow)

#12

ἐξίστασθαι

G1839

amazed

to put (stand) out of wits, i.e., astound, or (reflexively) become astounded, insane

#13

πάντας

G3956

all

all, any, every, the whole

#14

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#15

δοξάζειν

G1392

glorified

to render (or esteem) glorious (in a wide application)

#16

τὸν

G3588

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

#17

θεὸν

G2316

God

a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)

#18

λέγοντας

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

#19

ὅτι

G3754

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

#20

οὐδέποτε

G3763

never

not even at any time, i.e., never at all

#21

Οὕτως

G3779

it on this fashion

in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)

#22

εἴδομεν

G1492

used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent g3700 and g3708; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by impl

Analysis

Within the broader context of Mark, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, 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 sovereignty in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine sovereignty address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
In what ways does understanding divine sovereignty in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?

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