Mark 2:26

Authorized King James Version

How he went into the house of God in the days of Abiathar the high priest, and did eat the shewbread, which is not lawful to eat but for the priests, and gave also to them which were with him?

Word-by-Word Analysis

πῶς

G4459

How

an interrogative particle of manner; in what way? (sometimes the question is indirect, how?); also as exclamation, how much!

εἰσῆλθεν

G1525

he went

to enter (literally or figuratively)

εἰς

G1519

into

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

τὸν

G3588

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

οἶκον

G3624

the house

a dwelling (more or less extensive, literal or figurative); by implication, a family (more or less related, literally or figuratively)

τοῦ

G3588

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

θεοῦ

G2316

of God

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

ἐπὶ

G1909

in the days

properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re

Ἀβιαθὰρ

of Abiathar

abiathar, an israelite

#10

τοῦ

G3588

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

#11

ἀρχιερέως

G749

the high priest

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

#12

καὶ

G2532

also

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

#13

τοὺς

G3588

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

#14

ἄρτους

G740

the shewbread

bread (as raised) or a loaf

#15

τῆς

G3588

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

#16

προθέσεως

G4286

a setting forth, i.e., (figuratively) proposal (intention); specially, the show-bread (in the temple) as exposed before god

#17

φαγεῖν

G5315

did eat

to eat (literally or figuratively)

#18

οὓς

G3739

which

the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that

#19

οὐκ

G3756

not

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

#20

ἔξεστιν

G1832

so also ???? <pronunciation strongs="ex-on'"/> neuter present participle of the same (with or without some form of g1510 expressed); impersonally, it

#21

φαγεῖν

G5315

did eat

to eat (literally or figuratively)

#22

εἰ

G1487

if, whether, that, etc

#23

μὴ

G3361

(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether

#24

τοῖς

G3588

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

#25

ἱερεῦσιν

G2409

the priests

a priest (literally or figuratively)

#26

καὶ

G2532

also

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

#27

ἔδωκεν

G1325

gave

to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)

#28

καὶ

G2532

also

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

#29

τοῖς

G3588

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

#30

σὺν

G4862

with

with or together (but much closer than g3326 or g3844), i.e., by association, companionship, process, resemblance, possession, instrumentality, additi

#31

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

#32

οὖσιν

G5607

to them which were

being

Analysis

Within the broader context of Mark, this passage highlights salvation through rhetorical questioning that engages the reader. 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

How does this verse's literary context within Mark chapter 2 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
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?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine sovereignty differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?

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