Matthew 13:5

Authorized King James Version

Some fell upon stony places, where they had not much earth: and forthwith they sprung up, because they had no deepness of earth:

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
ἄλλα
G243
"else," i.e., different (in many applications)
#2
δὲ
G1161
Some
but, and, etc
#3
ἔπεσεν
G4098
fell
to fall (literally or figuratively)
#4
ἐπὶ
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
#5
τὰ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#6
πετρώδη
G4075
stony places
rock-like, i.e., rocky
#7
ὅπου
G3699
where
what(-ever) where, i.e., at whichever spot
#8
οὐκ
G3756
not
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
#9
ἔχειν
G2192
they had
to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or conditio
#10
γῆς·
G1093
earth
soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe (including the occupants in each application)
#11
πολλήν,
G4183
much
(singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
#12
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#13
εὐθέως
G2112
forthwith
directly, i.e., at once or soon
#14
ἐξανέτειλεν
G1816
they sprung up
to start up out of the ground, i.e., germinate
#15
διὰ
G1223
because
through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
#16
τὸ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#17
μὴ
G3361
no
(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether
#18
ἔχειν
G2192
they had
to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or conditio
#19
βάθος
G899
deepness
profundity, i.e., (by implication) extent; (figuratively) mystery
#20
γῆς·
G1093
earth
soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe (including the occupants in each application)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Matthew, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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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