Titus 1:5

Authorized King James Version

For this cause left I thee in Crete, that thou shouldest set in order the things that are wanting, and ordain elders in every city, as I had appointed thee:

Word-by-Word Analysis

Τούτου

G5127

For this

of (from or concerning) this (person or thing)

χάριν

G5484

cause

through favor of, i.e., on account of

κατέλιπόν

G2641

left I

to leave down, i.e., behind; by implication, to abandon, have remaining

σε

G4571

thee

ἐν

G1722

"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc

Κρήτῃ

G2914

Crete

crete, an island in the mediterranean

ἵνα

G2443

that

in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)

τὰ

G3588

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

λείποντα

G3007

the things that are wanting

to leave, i.e., (intransitively or passively) to fail or be absent

#10

ἐπιδιορθώσῃ

G1930

thou shouldest set in order

to straighten further, i.e., (figuratively) arrange additionally

#11

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#12

καταστήσῃς

G2525

ordain

to place down (permanently), i.e., (figuratively) to designate, constitute, convoy

#13

κατὰ

G2596

in every

(prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)

#14

πόλιν

G4172

city

a town (properly, with walls, of greater or less size)

#15

πρεσβυτέρους

G4245

elders

older; as noun, a senior; specially, an israelite sanhedrist (also figuratively, member of the celestial council) or christian "presbyter"

#16

ὡς

G5613

which how, i.e., in that manner (very variously used, as follows)

#17

ἐγώ

G1473

i, me

#18

σοι

G4671

thee

to thee

#19

διεταξάμην

G1299

had appointed

to arrange thoroughly, i.e., (specially) institute, prescribe, etc

Analysis

Within the broader context of Titus, 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 establishing foundational concepts crucial to Titus's theological argument.

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 the cultural context of the biblical world 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

In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about 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?
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?

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