Matthew 2:15

Authorized King James Version

And was there until the death of Herod: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying, Out of Egypt have I called my son.

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
ἦν
G2258
was
i (thou, etc.) was (wast or were)
#3
ἐκεῖ
G1563
there
there; by extension, thither
#4
ἕως
G2193
until
a conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until (of time and place)
#5
τὸν
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#6
τελευτῆς
G5054
the death
decease
#7
Ἡρῴδου·
G2264
of Herod
heroic; herod, the name of four jewish kings
#8
ἵνα
G2443
that
in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
#9
πληρωθῇ
G4137
it might be fulfilled
to make replete, i.e., (literally) to cram (a net), level up (a hollow), or (figuratively) to furnish (or imbue, diffuse, influence), satisfy, execute
#10
τὸν
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
ῥηθὲν
G4483
was spoken
to utter, i.e., speak or say
#12
ὑπὸ
G5259
of
under, i.e., (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (
#13
τὸν
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#14
Κυρίου
G2962
the Lord
supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)
#15
διὰ
G1223
by
through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
#16
τὸν
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#17
προφήτου
G4396
the prophet
a foreteller ("prophet"); by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet
#18
λέγοντος
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
#19
Ἐξ
G1537
Out of
a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct
#20
Αἰγύπτου
G125
Egypt
aegyptus, the land of the nile
#21
ἐκάλεσα
G2564
have I called
to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
#22
τὸν
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#23
υἱόν
G5207
son
a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
#24
μου
G3450
my
of me

Analysis

Within the broader context of Matthew, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, 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 sovereignty. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

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