Matthew 13:43

Authorized King James Version

Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father. Who hath ears to hear, let him hear.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
Τότε
G5119
Then
the when, i.e., at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecution)
#2
ὁ
G3588
Who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#3
δίκαιοι
G1342
shall the righteous
equitable (in character or act); by implication, innocent, holy (absolutely or relatively)
#4
ἐκλάμψουσιν
G1584
shine forth
to be resplendent
#5
ὡς
G5613
as
which how, i.e., in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
#6
ὁ
G3588
Who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#7
ἥλιος
G2246
the sun
the sun; by implication, light
#8
ἐν
G1722
in
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#9
ὁ
G3588
Who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#10
βασιλείᾳ
G932
the kingdom
properly, royalty, i.e., (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively)
#11
ὁ
G3588
Who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#12
πατρὸς
G3962
Father
a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
#13
αὐτῶν
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
ὁ
G3588
Who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#15
ἔχων
G2192
hath
to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or conditio
#16
ὦτα
G3775
ears
the ear (physically or mentally)
#17
ἀκουέτω
G191
let him hear
to hear (in various senses)
#18
ἀκουέτω
G191
let him hear
to hear (in various senses)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Matthew, this passage highlights kingdom of God through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of kingdom connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about kingdom, 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

This passage must be understood within Roman imperial rule over Jewish Palestine with messianic expectations. The author writes to address Jewish Christians seeking to understand Jesus as Messiah, making the emphasis on kingdom of God particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show imperial and royal imagery familiar to subjects of ancient monarchies, illuminating the verse's original impact.

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