Titus 3:11

Authorized King James Version

Knowing that he that is such is subverted, and sinneth, being condemned of himself.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
εἰδὼς
Knowing
used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent g3700 and g3708; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by impl
#2
ὅτι
that
demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
#3
ἐξέστραπται
is subverted
to pervert (figuratively)
#4
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#5
τοιοῦτος
he that is such
truly this, i.e., of this sort (to denote character or individuality)
#6
καὶ
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#7
ἁμαρτάνει
sinneth
properly, to miss the mark (and so not share in the prize), i.e., (figuratively) to err, especially (morally) to sin
#8
ὢν
being
being
#9
αὐτοκατάκριτος
condemned of himself
self-condemned

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

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.

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