Matthew 18:29

Authorized King James Version

And his fellowservant fell down at his feet, and besought him, saying, Have patience with me, and I will pay thee all.

Word-by-Word Analysis

πεσὼν

G4098

fell down

to fall (literally or figuratively)

οὖν

G3767

And

(adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly

ὁ

G3588

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

σύνδουλος

G4889

fellowservant

a co-slave, i.e., servitor or ministrant of the same master (human or divine)

αὐτὸν

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

εὶς

G1519

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

τοὺς

G3588

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

πόδας

G4228

feet

a "foot" (figuratively or literally)

αὐτὸν

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

#10

παρεκάλει

G3870

and besought

to call near, i.e., invite, invoke (by imploration, hortation or consolation)

#11

αὐτὸν

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

λέγων,

G3004

saying

properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an

#13

Μακροθύμησον

G3114

Have patience

to be long-spirited, i.e., (objectively) forbearing or (subjectively) patient

#14

ἐπ'

G1909

with

properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re

#15

ἐμοί

G1698

to me

#16

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#17

πάντα

G3956

all

all, any, every, the whole

#18

ἀποδώσω

G591

I will pay

to give away, i.e., up, over, back, etc. (in various applications)

#19

σοι

G4671

thee

to thee

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

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 salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

How does this verse's literary context within Matthew chapter 18 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
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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Matthew 18:29

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