Matthew 16:12
Then understood they how that he bade them not beware of the leaven of bread, but of the doctrine of the Pharisees and of the Sadducees.
Original Language Analysis
τότε
Then
G5119
τότε
Then
Strong's:
G5119
Word #:
1 of 19
the when, i.e., at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecution)
συνῆκαν
understood they
G4920
συνῆκαν
understood they
Strong's:
G4920
Word #:
2 of 19
to put together, i.e., (mentally) to comprehend; by implication, to act piously
ὅτι
how that
G3754
ὅτι
how that
Strong's:
G3754
Word #:
3 of 19
demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
οὐκ
them not
G3756
οὐκ
them not
Strong's:
G3756
Word #:
4 of 19
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
προσέχειν
beware
G4337
προσέχειν
beware
Strong's:
G4337
Word #:
6 of 19
(figuratively) to hold the mind (3563 implied) towards, i.e., pay attention to, be cautious about, apply oneself to, adhere to
ἀπὸ
of
G575
ἀπὸ
of
Strong's:
G575
Word #:
7 of 19
"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
τῆς
G3588
τῆς
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
8 of 19
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
τοῦ
G3588
τοῦ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
10 of 19
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ἀλλ'
but
G235
ἀλλ'
but
Strong's:
G235
Word #:
12 of 19
properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
ἀπὸ
of
G575
ἀπὸ
of
Strong's:
G575
Word #:
13 of 19
"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
τῆς
G3588
τῆς
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
14 of 19
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
τῶν
G3588
τῶν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
16 of 19
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Φαρισαίων
of the Pharisees
G5330
Φαρισαίων
of the Pharisees
Strong's:
G5330
Word #:
17 of 19
a separatist, i.e., exclusively religious; a pharisean, i.e., jewish sectary
Cross References
Historical Context
The historical setting involved complex religious and political dynamics. Jewish leaders maintained authority through Roman tolerance while common people sought deliverance. Jesus' teaching addressed both immediate concerns and eternal truths.
Questions for Reflection
- How does this passage challenge your understanding of God's character?
- What practical application does this truth have in your daily walk?
- How should this verse shape your priorities and decisions?
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Analysis & Commentary
This verse reveals profound theological truth central to Reformed understanding of Scripture. The passage demonstrates God's sovereignty and grace working through human circumstances. Christ's teaching here challenges contemporary religious assumptions while pointing to deeper spiritual realities.