Matthew 10:13

Authorized King James Version

And if the house be worthy, let your peace come upon it: but if it be not worthy, let your peace return to you.

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

ἐὰν

G1437

a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty

μὲν

G3303

properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with g1161 (this one, the former, etc.)

ᾖ

G5600

(may, might, can, could, would, should, must, etc.; also with g1487 and its comparative, as well as with other particles) be

ἡ

G3588

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

οἰκία

G3614

the house

properly, residence (abstractly), but usually (concretely) an abode (literally or figuratively); by implication, a family (especially domestics)

ἀξία

G514

worthy

deserving, comparable or suitable (as if drawing praise)

ἐλθέτω

G2064

come

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

ἡ

G3588

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

#10

εἰρήνη

G1515

peace

peace (literally or figuratively); by implication, prosperity

#11

ὑμῶν

G5216

let your

of (from or concerning) you

#12

ἐπ'

G1909

upon

properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re

#13

αὐτήν·

G846

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

#14

ἐὰν

G1437

a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty

#15

δὲ

G1161

but

but, and, etc

#16

μὴ

G3361

(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether

#17

ᾖ

G5600

(may, might, can, could, would, should, must, etc.; also with g1487 and its comparative, as well as with other particles) be

#18

ἀξία

G514

worthy

deserving, comparable or suitable (as if drawing praise)

#19

ἡ

G3588

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

#20

εἰρήνη

G1515

peace

peace (literally or figuratively); by implication, prosperity

#21

ὑμῶν

G5216

let your

of (from or concerning) you

#22

πρὸς

G4314

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,

#23

ὑμᾶς

G5209

you

you (as the objective of a verb or preposition)

#24

ἐπιστραφήτω

G1994

return

to revert (literally, figuratively or morally)

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing peace contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

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 first-century Palestinian Jewish culture under Roman occupation would have shaped how the original audience understood peace. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does understanding peace in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on peace address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
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?

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