From: F. Holly Mitchell (mitchell@dobson.ozarks.edu)
Date: Thu Dec 11 1997 - 12:36:59 EST
B-greekers,
I'm doing a presentation tonight on comparing some eschatological texts,
and I need a little help. In particular, I'm wrestling with the
differences between GAMOUNTES KAI GAMIZONTES in Mt 24:38, and EGAMOUN,
EGAMIZONTO in Lk 17:27.
Now I realize that Matthew's using the pres. ind. act. of GAMEW (to marry)
and GAMIZO (to give in marriage), respectively; and that Luke's using
impf. forms for both, with EGAMIZONTO being pass.
So I'm understanding Matthew to be referring to actions being taken by
grooms and fathers of brides, whereas Luke is referring to actions
which were taken by grooms and brides (well, passively, anyway).
Is this much correct?
And if so, why the difference?
Which version do you-all suppose is closer to what Jesus actually said?
Can anyone tell me if Aramaic refers to women actually marrying instead of
merely being given in marriage?
Thanks & God Bless,
Ginger (assistant to Holly)
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