A.T. Robertson Commentary Luke 7:40

"And Jesus answering said unto him, Simon, I have somewhat to say unto thee. And he saith, Teacher, say on." — Luke 7:40 (ASV)

Answering (αποκριθεις). First aorist passive participle, redundant use with ειπεν. Jesus answers the thoughts and doubts of Simon and so shows that he knows all about the woman also. Godet notes a tone of Socratic irony here.