Titus 1:10

Authorized King James Version

For there are many unruly and vain talkers and deceivers, specially they of the circumcision:

Word-by-Word Analysis

Εἰσὶν

G1526

there are

they are

γὰρ

G1063

For

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

πολλοὶ

G4183

many

(singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely

καὶ

G2532

and

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

ἀνυπότακτοι

G506

unruly

unsubdued, i.e., insubordinate (in fact or temper)

ματαιολόγοι

G3151

vain talkers

an idle (i.e., senseless or mischievous) talker, i.e., a wrangler

καὶ

G2532

and

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

φρεναπάται

G5423

deceivers

a mind-misleader, i.e., seducer

μάλιστα

G3122

specially

(adverbially) most (in the greatest degree) or particularly

#10

οἱ

G3588

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

#11

ἐκ

G1537

they of

a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct

#12

περιτομῆς

G4061

the circumcision

circumcision (the rite, the condition or the people, literally or figuratively)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Titus, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. 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 establishing foundational concepts crucial to Titus's theological argument.

Historical Context

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, 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 Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.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

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 Titus chapter 1 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?

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