Mark 7:1
Then came together unto him the Pharisees, and certain of the scribes, which came from Jerusalem.
Original Language Analysis
καί
Then
G2532
καί
Then
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
1 of 13
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
συνάγονται
came together
G4863
συνάγονται
came together
Strong's:
G4863
Word #:
2 of 13
to lead together, i.e., collect or convene; specially, to entertain (hospitably)
πρὸς
unto
G4314
πρὸς
unto
Strong's:
G4314
Word #:
3 of 13
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,
αὐτὸν
him
G846
αὐτὸν
him
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
4 of 13
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
οἱ
G3588
οἱ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
5 of 13
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Φαρισαῖοι
the Pharisees
G5330
Φαρισαῖοι
the Pharisees
Strong's:
G5330
Word #:
6 of 13
a separatist, i.e., exclusively religious; a pharisean, i.e., jewish sectary
καί
Then
G2532
καί
Then
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
7 of 13
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
τῶν
G3588
τῶν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
9 of 13
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ἐλθόντες
which came
G2064
ἐλθόντες
which came
Strong's:
G2064
Word #:
11 of 13
to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
Historical Context
First-century Jewish context and Roman occupation shaped these interactions. Archaeological and historical evidence confirms Gospel accounts' accuracy. Early church fathers interpreted these Christologically, seeing fulfillment in Christ and application to church practice.
Questions for Reflection
- How does this verse challenge modern assumptions about religion, discipleship, or salvation?
- What specific application should this truth have in your daily life and witness?
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Analysis & Commentary
Then came together unto him the Pharisees... Religious leaders from Jerusalem investigate Jesus. This passage demonstrates Christ's divine authority and teaching, challenging religious traditions while establishing kingdom principles. Reformed theology sees here the fulfillment of Old Testament promises and the pattern for New Covenant faith.