Matthew 22:46
And no man was able to answer him a word, neither durst any man from that day forth ask him any more questions.
Original Language Analysis
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
1 of 16
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
οὐδεὶς
no man
G3762
οὐδεὶς
no man
Strong's:
G3762
Word #:
2 of 16
not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e., none, nobody, nothing
αὐτὸν
him
G846
αὐτὸν
him
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
4 of 16
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
ἀποκριθῆναι
to answer
G611
ἀποκριθῆναι
to answer
Strong's:
G611
Word #:
5 of 16
to conclude for oneself, i.e., (by implication) to respond; by hebraism (compare h6030) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
λόγον
a word
G3056
λόγον
a word
Strong's:
G3056
Word #:
6 of 16
something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a
ἐτόλμησέν
durst
G5111
ἐτόλμησέν
durst
Strong's:
G5111
Word #:
8 of 16
to venture (objectively or in act; while g2292 is rather subjective or in feeling); by implication, to be courageous
ἀπ'
man from
G575
ἀπ'
man from
Strong's:
G575
Word #:
10 of 16
"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
ἐκείνης
that
G1565
ἐκείνης
that
Strong's:
G1565
Word #:
11 of 16
that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
τῆς
G3588
τῆς
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
12 of 16
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ἡμέρας
day
G2250
ἡμέρας
day
Strong's:
G2250
Word #:
13 of 16
day, i.e., (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the jews as inclusive of
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Historical Context
First-century Palestine was marked by religious fervor and political tension. The passage reflects interactions between Jesus and various groups: Pharisees, Sadducees, disciples, and crowds. Each audience received teaching tailored to their needs and spiritual condition.
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 text illustrates key Reformed principles: sola Scriptura, sola gratia, and sola fide. The passage demonstrates how God's Word speaks authoritatively to human need, revealing both our depravity and God's merciful provision through Christ.