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Luke 10:9-11 reads:
9 καὶ θεραπεύετε τοὺς ἐν αὐτῇ ἀσθενεῖς, καὶ λέγετε αὐτοῖς· Ἤγγικεν
ἐφʼ ὑμᾶς ἡ βασιλεία τοῦ θεοῦ. 10 εἰς ἣν δʼ ἂν πόλιν εἰσέλθητε καὶ
μὴ δέχωνται ὑμᾶς, ἐξελθόντες εἰς τὰς πλατείας αὐτῆς εἴπατε· 11 Καὶ
τὸν κονιορτὸν τὸν κολληθέντα ἡμῖν ἐκ τῆς πόλεως ὑμῶν εἰς τοὺς πόδας
ἀπομασσόμεθα ὑμῖν· πλὴν τοῦτο γινώσκετε ὅτι ἤγγικεν ἡ βασιλεία τοῦ
θεοῦ. (SBL)
In the above verses, The verb εγγιζω is used twice in reference to the kingdom of God, the first time with the addition of ἐφʼ ὑμᾶς (to/on/upon you).
As Ἤγγικεν ἐφʼ ὑμᾶς ἡ βασιλεία τοῦ θεοῦ is spoken to those who receive the disciples and ἤγγικεν ἡ βασιλεία τοῦ θεοῦ is spoken to those who do not, should we read a distinction in meaning between Ἤγγικεν ἐφʼ ὑμᾶς and Ἤγγικεν, or is ἐφʼ ὑμᾶς to be inferred the second time as well?
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Here’s a summary of the latest posts from the Pentecostal Theology Facebook page:
Biblical Interpretation & Exegesis: Many posts pose nuanced questions about scriptural passages, such as:
Is “double honor” in 1 Timothy 5:17–18 about pastoral pay?
Are the 1290 days in Daniel 12 related to the 2300 evenings and mornings in Daniel 8? This one examined scholarly views on apocalyptic timing and prophecy fulfillment.
Differences in translating Luke 10:9–11’s Greek, and implications for meaning.
Textual Criticism & Theological Debate: Questions such as how to search the Septuagint for specific Greek phrases, and discussion around Lukan Priority (theory that Luke was the first synoptic gospel written).
Christology & Trinitarian Theology: Posts discuss distinctions within the Trinity, including:
Whether Psalm 45 and Hebrews teach that Jesus is different than the Father (polytheism or monotheism).
Questioning whether future sins are forgiven and the implications for atonement.
Old Testament History & Legal Custom: Topics include whether Rachel’s teraphim were deeds to property, and whether Aaron was honest about the golden calf in Exodus 32.
New Covenant & Covenant Theology: Posts analyze if passages like Jeremiah 32:40 are direct references to the New Covenant, their relationship to Jeremiah 31, and how those texts are interpreted.
Synoptic Gospel Source Criticism: Several posts examine how Mark and Luke relate in literary and source dependence (including the Q-source).
Ecclesiology & Sacraments: Why believers are asked to partake in communion emblems, examining Luke 22.
Other Notable Posts:
Angelology (Exodus 3: “angel of the LORD”).
Geography (“Where is Gedor in 1 Chronicles 4:39?”).
Passover typology (“It is finished” and priestly rituals).
Differences in interpretations of “sinful nature” among Gentiles, and perspectives on the law in Galatians.
Themes:
The page is highly engaged in academic, exegetical, and theological conversation, with most posts asking open-ended or scholarly questions inviting discussion and analysis.
Frequent cross-referencing of scholars, commentators, and followers, including tagging experts and inviting input.
Scriptures frequently referenced:
Daniel, Timothy, Luke, Mark, Exodus, Genesis, Hebrews, Jeremiah, Matthew, Galatians, Psalms, Ephesians, and Isaiah.
Community Engagement:
Many posts include direct commentary, shares, and responses from followers, showing vibrant discussions centered on biblical meaning, church practice, and doctrinal clarification