Mark 3:19

Authorized King James Version

And Judas Iscariot, which also betrayed him: and they went into an house.

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

Ἰούδαν

G2455

Judas

judas (i.e., jehudah), the name of ten israelites; also of the posterity of one of them and its region

Ἰσκαριώτην,

G2469

Iscariot

inhabitant of kerioth; iscariotes (i.e., keriothite), an epithet of judas the traitor

ὃς

G3739

which

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

καὶ

G2532

And

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

παρέδωκεν

G3860

betrayed

to surrender, i.e yield up, entrust, transmit

αὐτόν

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

καὶ

G2532

And

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

ἔρχονται

G2064

they went

to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

#10

εἴς

G1519

into

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

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οἶκον

G3624

an house

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

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

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