Mark 2:14

Authorized King James Version

And as he passed by, he saw Levi the son of Alphaeus sitting at the receipt of custom, and said unto him, Follow me. And he arose and followed 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

παράγων

G3855

as he passed by

to lead near, i.e., (reflexively or intransitively) to go along or away

εἶδεν

G1492

he saw

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

Λευὶν

G3018

Levi

lewis (i.e., levi), a christian

τὸν

G3588

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

τοῦ

G3588

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

Ἁλφαίου

G256

the son of Alphaeus

alphaeus, an israelite

καθήμενον

G2521

sitting

and ???? (to sit; akin to the base of g1476); to sit down; figuratively, to remain, reside

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

#10

τὸ

G3588

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

#11

τελώνιον

G5058

the receipt of custom

a tax-gatherer's place of business

#12

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#13

λέγει

G3004

said

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

#14

αὐτῷ

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

#15

ἠκολούθησεν

G190

properly, to be in the same way with, i.e., to accompany (specially, as a disciple)

#16

μοι

G3427

to me

#17

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#18

ἀναστὰς

G450

he arose

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

#19

ἠκολούθησεν

G190

properly, to be in the same way with, i.e., to accompany (specially, as a disciple)

#20

αὐτῷ

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

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Mark. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

Historical Context

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

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?
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 understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?

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