Mark 9:7

Authorized King James Version

And there was a cloud that overshadowed them: and a voice came out of the cloud, saying, This is my beloved Son: hear 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

ἐγένετο

G1096

there was

to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e., (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)

νεφέλης

G3507

a cloud

properly, cloudiness, i.e., (concretely) a cloud

ἐπισκιάζουσα

G1982

that overshadowed

to cast a shade upon, i.e., (by analogy) to envelop in a haze of brilliancy; figuratively, to invest with preternatural influence

αὐτοῦ

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

καὶ

G2532

And

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

ἦλθεν

G2064

came

to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

φωνὴ

G5456

a voice

a tone (articulate, bestial or artificial); by implication, an address (for any purpose), saying or language

ἐκ

G1537

out of

a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct

#10

τῆς

G3588

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

#11

νεφέλης

G3507

a cloud

properly, cloudiness, i.e., (concretely) a cloud

#12

λέγουσα,

G3004

saying

properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an

#13

Οὗτός

G3778

This

the he (she or it), i.e., this or that (often with article repeated)

#14

ἐστιν

G2076

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

υἱός

G5207

Son

a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship

#17

μου

G3450

of me

#18

ὁ

G3588

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

#19

ἀγαπητός

G27

beloved

#20

αὐτοῦ

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

#21

ἀκούετε

G191

hear

to hear (in various senses)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Mark, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of love connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about love, 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 patron-client relationships and family loyalty concepts, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
In what ways does understanding love in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?

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