Mark 8:27
And Jesus went out, and his disciples, into the towns of Caesarea Philippi: and by the way he asked his disciples, saying unto them, Whom do men say that I am?
Original Language Analysis
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
1 of 30
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ὁ
G3588
ὁ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
3 of 30
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Ἰησοῦς
Jesus
G2424
Ἰησοῦς
Jesus
Strong's:
G2424
Word #:
4 of 30
jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
5 of 30
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
οἱ
G3588
οἱ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
6 of 30
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
αὐτοῖς,
his
G846
αὐτοῖς,
his
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
8 of 30
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
εἰς
into
G1519
εἰς
into
Strong's:
G1519
Word #:
9 of 30
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
τὰς
G3588
τὰς
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
10 of 30
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Καισαρείας
of Caesarea
G2542
Καισαρείας
of Caesarea
Strong's:
G2542
Word #:
12 of 30
caesaria, the name of two places in palestine
τῆς
G3588
τῆς
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
13 of 30
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Φιλίππου·
Philippi
G5376
Φιλίππου·
Philippi
Strong's:
G5376
Word #:
14 of 30
fond of horses; philippus, the name of four israelites
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
15 of 30
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
τῇ
G3588
τῇ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
17 of 30
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ὁδῷ
the way
G3598
ὁδῷ
the way
Strong's:
G3598
Word #:
18 of 30
a road; by implication, a progress (the route, act or distance); figuratively, a mode or means
τοὺς
G3588
τοὺς
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
20 of 30
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
αὐτοῖς,
his
G846
αὐτοῖς,
his
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
22 of 30
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
λέγουσιν
do
G3004
λέγουσιν
do
Strong's:
G3004
Word #:
23 of 30
properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an
αὐτοῖς,
his
G846
αὐτοῖς,
his
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
24 of 30
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
Τίνα
Whom
G5101
Τίνα
Whom
Strong's:
G5101
Word #:
25 of 30
an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
λέγουσιν
do
G3004
λέγουσιν
do
Strong's:
G3004
Word #:
27 of 30
properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an
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
And Jesus went out, and his disciples... Jesus probes disciples' understanding. 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.