Mark 3:5

Authorized King James Version

And when he had looked round about on them with anger, being grieved for the hardness of their hearts, he saith unto the man, Stretch forth thine hand. And he stretched it out: and his hand was restored whole as the other.

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

περιβλεψάμενος

G4017

when he had looked round about

to look all around

αὐτοῦ

G846

his

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

μετ'

G3326

with

properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession)

ὀργῆς

G3709

anger

properly, desire (as a reaching forth or excitement of the mind), i.e., (by analogy), violent passion (ire, or (justifiable) abhorrence); by implicati

συλλυπούμενος

G4818

being grieved

to afflict jointly, i.e., (passive) sorrow at (on account of) someone

ἐπὶ

G1909

for

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

τῇ

G3588

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

πωρώσει

G4457

the hardness

stupidity or callousness

#10

τῆς

G3588

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

#11

καρδίας

G2588

hearts

the heart, i.e., (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle

#12

αὐτοῦ

G846

his

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

#13

λέγει

G3004

he saith

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

τῷ

G3588

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

#15

ἀνθρώπῳ

G444

unto the man

man-faced, i.e., a human being

#16

ἐξέτεινεν

G1614

Stretch forth

to extend

#17

τὴν

G3588

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

#18

χεὶρ

G5495

hand

the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by hebraism) a means or instrument)

#19

σου

G4675

thine

of thee, thy

#20

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#21

ἐξέτεινεν

G1614

Stretch forth

to extend

#22

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#23

ἀποκατεστάθη

G600

was restored

to reconstitute (in health, home or organization)

#24

ἡ

G3588

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

#25

χεὶρ

G5495

hand

the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by hebraism) a means or instrument)

#26

αὐτοῦ

G846

his

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

#27

ὑγιὴς

G5199

whole

healthy, i.e., well (in body); figuratively, true (in doctrine)

#28

ὡς

G5613

which how, i.e., in that manner (very variously used, as follows)

#29

ἡ

G3588

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

#30

ἄλλη

G243

the other

"else," i.e., different (in many applications)

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

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?
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?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?

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