Matthew 14:36

Authorized King James Version

And besought him that they might only touch the hem of his garment: and as many as touched were made perfectly whole.

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
παρεκάλουν
G3870
besought
to call near, i.e., invite, invoke (by imploration, hortation or consolation)
#3
αὐτοῦ·
G846
him
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
#4
ἵνα
G2443
that
in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
#5
μόνον
G3440
only
merely
#6
ἥψαντο
G680
they might
properly, to attach oneself to, i.e., to touch (in many implied relations)
#7
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#8
κρασπέδου
G2899
the hem
a margin, i.e., (specially), a fringe or tassel
#9
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#10
ἱματίου
G2440
of his garment
a dress (inner or outer)
#11
αὐτοῦ·
G846
him
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
#12
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#13
ὅσοι
G3745
as many as
as (much, great, long, etc.) as
#14
ἥψαντο
G680
they might
properly, to attach oneself to, i.e., to touch (in many implied relations)
#15
διεσώθησαν
G1295
were made perfectly whole
to save thoroughly, i.e., (by implication or analogy) to cure, preserve, rescue, etc

Analysis

Within the broader context of Matthew, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. 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.

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