Matthew 10:22

Authorized King James Version

And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved.

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
ἔσεσθε
G2071
ye shall
will be
#3
μισούμενοι
G3404
be hated
to detest (especially to persecute); by extension, to love less
#4
ὑπὸ
G5259
of
under, i.e., (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (
#5
πάντων
G3956
all
all, any, every, the whole
#6
διὰ
G1223
men for
through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
#7
τὸ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#8
ὄνομά
G3686
name's sake
a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
#9
μου·
G3450
my
of me
#10
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
δὲ
G1161
but
but, and, etc
#12
ὑπομείνας
G5278
endureth
to stay under (behind), i.e., remain; figuratively, to undergo, i.e., bear (trials), have fortitude, persevere
#13
εἰς
G1519
to
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#14
τέλος
G5056
he that
properly, the point aimed at as a limit, i.e., (by implication) the conclusion of an act or state (termination (literally, figuratively or indefinitel
#15
οὗτος
G3778
the end
the he (she or it), i.e., this or that (often with article repeated)
#16
σωθήσεται
G4982
shall be saved
to save, i.e., deliver or protect (literally or figuratively)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Matthew, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. 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 Matthew.

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 divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

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