OF THE LORD

OF THE LORD

Matthew portrayed the angel who spoke to Joseph as one “of the Lord.”[1] Kuríou (kür-ḗ-ŏŭ),[2] the Greek word translated “of the Lord,” forms the genitive[3] case of the Greek word kúrios (kǘr-ē-ŏs).[4] Kúrios described a person who had absolute authority over something or someone he possessed. Speakers of ancient Greek frequently used kúrios in reference to the owner of slaves.

Depending on the context in which a writer employed kúrios, it could mean sir, ruler, owner, or master. However, when applied to Deity,[5] translators most often utilize the word “Lord.” Among God’s relationships with us are Ruler, Owner, Master, and Lord.

Contemplation Points

1. Are you "of the Lord?"

2. If so, how does your behavior reflect on God as your 

• Ruler?
• Owner? 
• Master? 
• Lord?

All for Jesus,

cbagby@BurningHeartBibleStudies.com
www.BurningHeartBibleStudies.com

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[1] Matthew 1:20 New American Standard - Update

[2] Kuríou (kür-ḗ-ŏŭ)

[3] The Greek grammatical genitive case denotes possession or a relation similar to possession as in “the son of the craftsman” (Matthew 13:55 BT).

[4] Kúrios (kǘr-ē-ŏs)

[5] The word deity means "god."