Matthew 19:14

Authorized King James Version

But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#2
δὲ
G1161
But
but, and, etc
#3
Ἰησοῦς
G2424
Jesus
jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites
#4
εἶπεν
G2036
said
to speak or say (by word or writing)
#5
Ἄφετε
G863
Suffer
to send forth, in various applications (as follow)
#6
τὰ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#7
παιδία
G3813
little children
a childling (of either sex), i.e., (properly), an infant, or (by extension) a half-grown boy or girl; figuratively, an immature christian
#8
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#9
μὴ
G3361
not
(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether
#10
κωλύετε
G2967
forbid
to estop, i.e., prevent (by word or act)
#11
αὐτὰ
G846
them
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
ἐλθεῖν
G2064
to come
to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
#13
πρός
G4314
unto
a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e., toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e., pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of,
#14
με
G3165
me
me
#15
τῶν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#16
γὰρ
G1063
for
properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
#17
τοιούτων
G5108
of such
truly this, i.e., of this sort (to denote character or individuality)
#18
ἐστὶν
G2076
is
he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are
#19
ἡ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#20
βασιλεία
G932
the kingdom
properly, royalty, i.e., (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively)
#21
τῶν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#22
οὐρανῶν
G3772
of heaven
the sky; by extension, heaven (as the abode of god); by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the gospel (christianity)

Analysis

This verse develops the kingdom of God theme central to Matthew. The concept of kingdom reflects the development of kingdom of God within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to gospel presenting Jesus as the fulfillment of Jewish Messianic hope, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

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 kingdom. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

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