Matthew 24:27

Authorized King James Version

For as the lightning cometh out of the east, and shineth even unto the west; so shall also the coming of the Son of man be.

Word-by-Word Analysis

ὥσπερ

G5618

just as, i.e., exactly like

γὰρ

G1063

For

properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)

ἡ

G3588

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

ἀστραπὴ

G796

the lightning

lightning; by analogy, glare

ἐξέρχεται

G1831

cometh

to issue (literally or figuratively)

ἀπὸ

G575

out of

"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)

ἀνατολῶν

G395

the east

a rising of light, i.e., dawn (figuratively); by implication, the east (also in plural)

καὶ

G2532

also

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

φαίνεται

G5316

shineth

to lighten (shine), i.e., show (transitive or intransitive, literal or figurative)

#10

ἕως

G2193

even unto

a conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until (of time and place)

#11

δυσμῶν

G1424

the west

the sun-set, i.e., (by implication) the western region

#12

οὕτως

G3779

in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)

#13

ἔσται

G2071

will be

#14

καὶ

G2532

also

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

#15

ἡ

G3588

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

#16

παρουσία

G3952

the coming

a being near, i.e., advent (often, return; specially, of christ to punish jerusalem, or finally the wicked); (by implication) physically, aspect

#17

τοῦ

G3588

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

#18

υἱοῦ

G5207

of the Son

a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship

#19

τοῦ

G3588

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

#20

ἀνθρώπου·

G444

of man

man-faced, i.e., a human being

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Matthew. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation 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 literary and historical milieu of Jewish biographical literature presenting Jesus as the fulfillment of Scripture shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of Matthew Understanding a worldview expecting divine intervention through a promised Messiah helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?

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Matthew 24:27

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