Mark 6:33

Authorized King James Version

And the people saw them departing, and many knew him, and ran afoot thither out of all cities, and outwent them, and came together unto 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

εἶδον

G1492

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

αὐτὸν

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

ὑπάγοντας

G5217

departing

to lead (oneself) under, i.e., withdraw or retire (as if sinking out of sight), literally or figuratively

οἱ

G3588

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

ὄχλοι,

G3793

the people

a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot

καὶ

G2532

And

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

ἐπέγνωσαν

G1921

knew

to know upon some mark, i.e., recognize; by implication, to become fully acquainted with, to acknowledge

αὐτὸν

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

#10

πολλοί

G4183

many

(singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely

#11

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#12

πεζῇ

G3979

afoot

foot-wise, i.e., by walking

#13

ἀπὸ

G575

out of

"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)

#14

πασῶν

G3956

all

all, any, every, the whole

#15

τῶν

G3588

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

#16

πόλεων

G4172

cities

a town (properly, with walls, of greater or less size)

#17

συνέδραμον

G4936

ran

to rush together (hastily assemble) or headlong (figuratively)

#18

ἐκεῖ

G1563

thither

there; by extension, thither

#19

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#20

προῆλθον

G4281

outwent

to go onward, precede (in place or time)

#21

αὐτὸν

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

#22

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#23

συνῆλθον

G4905

came together

to convene, depart in company with, associate with, or (specially), cohabit (conjugally)

#24

πρὸς

G4314

unto

a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e., toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e., pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of,

#25

αὐτὸν

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 covenant community 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 covenant community. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
How might the original audience's understanding of covenant community 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?

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