Matthew 27:35

Authorized King James Version

And they crucified him, and parted his garments, casting lots: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophet, They parted my garments among them, and upon my vesture did they cast lots.

Word-by-Word Analysis

σταυρώσαντες

G4717

they crucified

to impale on the cross; figuratively, to extinguish (subdue) passion or selfishness

δὲ

G1161

And

but, and, etc

αὐτοῦ

G846

him

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

διεμερίσαντο

G1266

They parted

to partition thoroughly (literally in distribution, figuratively in dissension)

τὸν

G3588

which

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

ἱμάτια

G2440

garments

a dress (inner or outer)

αὐτοῦ

G846

him

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

ἔβαλον

G906

casting

to throw (in various applications, more or less violent or intense)

κλῆρον,

G2819

lots

a die (for drawing chances); by implication, a portion (as if so secured); by extension, an acquisition (especially a patrimony, figuratively)

#10

ἵνα

G2443

that

in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)

#11

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

#12

τὸν

G3588

which

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

#13

ῥηθὲν

G4483

was spoken

to utter, i.e., speak or say

#14

ὑπὸ

G5259

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 (

#15

τὸν

G3588

which

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

#16

προφήτου,

G4396

the prophet

a foreteller ("prophet"); by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet

#17

διεμερίσαντο

G1266

They parted

to partition thoroughly (literally in distribution, figuratively in dissension)

#18

τὸν

G3588

which

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

#19

ἱμάτια

G2440

garments

a dress (inner or outer)

#20

μου

G3450

of me

#21

ἑαυτοῖς,

G1438

among them

(him- her-, it-, them-, my-, thy-, our-, your-)self (selves), etc

#22

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#23

ἐπὶ

G1909

upon

properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re

#24

τὸν

G3588

which

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

#25

ἱματισμόν

G2441

vesture

clothing

#26

μου

G3450

of me

#27

ἔβαλον

G906

casting

to throw (in various applications, more or less violent or intense)

#28

κλῆρον,

G2819

lots

a die (for drawing chances); by implication, a portion (as if so secured); by extension, an acquisition (especially a patrimony, figuratively)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Matthew, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, 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 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?
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?
How does this verse's literary context within Matthew chapter 27 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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