Matthew 26:45

Authorized King James Version

Then cometh he to his disciples, and saith unto them, Sleep on now, and take your rest: behold, the hour is at hand, and the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners.

Word-by-Word Analysis

τότε

G5119

Then

the when, i.e., at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecution)

ἔρχεται

G2064

cometh he

to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

πρὸς

G4314

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,

τοὺς

G3588

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

μαθητὰς

G3101

disciples

a learner, i.e., pupil

αὐτοῖς

G846

unto 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

καὶ

G2532

and

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

λέγει

G3004

saith

properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an

αὐτοῖς

G846

unto 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

#10

Καθεύδετε

G2518

Sleep on

to lie down to rest, i.e., (by implication) to fall asleep (literally or figuratively)

#11

τὸ

G3588

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

#12

λοιπὸν

G3063

now

something remaining (adverbially)

#13

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#14

ἀναπαύεσθε·

G373

take your rest

(reflexively) to repose (literally or figuratively (be exempt), remain); by implication, to refresh

#15

ἰδού,

G2400

behold

used as imperative lo!

#16

ἤγγικεν

G1448

is at hand

to make near, i.e., (reflexively) approach

#17

ἡ

G3588

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

#18

ὥρα

G5610

the hour

an "hour" (literally or figuratively)

#19

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#20

ὁ

G3588

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

#21

υἱὸς

G5207

the Son

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

#22

τοῦ

G3588

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

#23

ἀνθρώπου

G444

of man

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

#24

παραδίδοται

G3860

is betrayed

to surrender, i.e yield up, entrust, transmit

#25

εἰς

G1519

into

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

#26

χεῖρας

G5495

the hands

the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by hebraism) a means or instrument)

#27

ἁμαρτωλῶν

G268

of sinners

sinful, i.e., a sinner

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

Questions for Reflection

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
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?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?

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