Matthew 24:6

Authorized King James Version

And ye shall hear of wars and rumours of wars: see that ye be not troubled: for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet.

Word-by-Word Analysis

μελλήσετε

G3195

ye shall

to intend, i.e., be about to be, do, or suffer something (of persons or things, especially events; in the sense of purpose, duty, necessity, probabili

δὲ

G1161

And

but, and, etc

ἀκούειν

G191

hear

to hear (in various senses)

πολέμων·

G4171

of wars

warfare (literally or figuratively; a single encounter or a series)

καὶ

G2532

and

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

ἀκοὰς

G189

rumours

hearing (the act, the sense or the thing heard)

πολέμων·

G4171

of wars

warfare (literally or figuratively; a single encounter or a series)

ὁρᾶτε

G3708

see

by extension, to attend to; by hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear

μὴ

G3361

not

(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether

#10

θροεῖσθε·

G2360

that ye be

to clamor, i.e., (by implication) to frighten

#11

δεῖ

G1163

these things must

also deon deh-on'; neuter active participle of the same; both used impersonally; it is (was, etc.) necessary (as binding)

#12

γὰρ

G1063

for

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

#13

πάντα

G3956

all

all, any, every, the whole

#14

γενέσθαι

G1096

come to pass

to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e., (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)

#15

ἀλλ'

G235

but

properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)

#16

οὔπω

G3768

not yet

#17

ἐστὶν

G2076

he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are

#18

τὸ

G3588

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

#19

τέλος

G5056

the end

properly, the point aimed at as a limit, i.e., (by implication) the conclusion of an act or state (termination (literally, figuratively or indefinitel

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing divine revelation contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

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

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 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?
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?

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Matthew 24:6

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