Mark 6:35

Authorized King James Version

And when the day was now far spent, his disciples came unto him, and said, This is a desert place, and now the time is far passed:

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#2
ἤδη
G2235
now
even now
#3
ὥρα
G5610
the time
an "hour" (literally or figuratively)
#4
πολλή·
G4183
far spent
(singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
#5
γενομένης
G1096
was
to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e., (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
#6
προσελθόντες
G4334
came
to approach, i.e., (literally) come near, visit, or (figuratively) worship, assent to
#7
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
#8
οἱ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#9
μαθηταὶ
G3101
disciples
a learner, i.e., pupil
#10
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
#11
λέγουσιν
G3004
and 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
#12
ὅτι
G3754
demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
#13
Ἔρημός
G2048
a desert
lonesome, i.e., (by implication) waste (usually as a noun, g5561 being implied)
#14
ἐστιν
G2076
This is
he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are
#15
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#16
τόπος
G5117
place
a spot (general in space, but limited by occupancy; whereas g5561 is a large but participle locality), i.e., location (as a position, home, tract, etc
#17
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#18
ἤδη
G2235
now
even now
#19
ὥρα
G5610
the time
an "hour" (literally or figuratively)
#20
πολλή·
G4183
far spent
(singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely

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

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.

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