Matthew 11:29

Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.

Word-by-Word Analysis

ἄρατε

G142

Take

to lift up; by implication, to take up or away; figuratively, to raise (the voice), keep in suspense (the mind), specially, to sail away (i.e., weigh

τὸν

G3588

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

ζυγόν

G2218

yoke

a coupling, i.e., (figuratively) servitude (a law or obligation); also (literally) the beam of the balance (as connecting the scales)

μου

G3450

of me

ἐφ'

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

ὑμᾶς

G5209

you

you (as the objective of a verb or preposition)

καὶ

G2532

and

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

μάθετε

G3129

learn

to learn (in any way)

ἀπ'

G575

"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)

#10

ἐμοῦ

G1700

of me

#11

ὅτι

G3754

for

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

#12

πρᾷός

G4235

meek

gentle, i.e., humble

#13

εἰμι

G1510

I am

i exist (used only when emphatic)

#14

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#15

ταπεινὸς

G5011

lowly

depressed, i.e., (figuratively) humiliated (in circumstances or disposition)

#16

τῇ

G3588

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

#17

καρδίᾳ

G2588

in heart

the heart, i.e., (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle

#18

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#19

εὑρήσετε

G2147

ye shall find

to find (literally or figuratively)

#20

ἀνάπαυσιν

G372

rest

intermission; by implication, recreation

#21

ταῖς

G3588

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

#22

ψυχαῖς

G5590

souls

breath, i.e., (by implication) spirit, abstractly or concretely (the animal sentient principle only; thus distinguished on the one hand from g4151, wh

#23

ὑμῶν·

G5216

unto your

of (from or concerning) you

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 literary and historical milieu of Jewish biographical literature presenting Jesus as the fulfillment of Scripture shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of Matthew Understanding a worldview expecting divine intervention through a promised Messiah helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

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?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?

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