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John 8

1 but Jesus went unto the mount of Olives.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • went G4198 (πορεύομαι) — to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.);
  • unto G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the mount G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the mount G3735 (ὄρος) — a mountain (as lifting itself above the plain)
  • of Olives G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of Olives G1636 (ἐλαία) — an olive (the tree or the fruit)

2 And early in the morning he came again into the temple, and all the people came unto him; and he sat down, and taught them.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • early in the morning G3722 (ὄρθρος) — dawn (as sun-rise, rising of light); by extension, morn
  • he came G3854 (παραγίνομαι) — to become near, i.e. approach (have arrived); by implication, to appear publicly
  • again G3825 (πάλιν) — (adverbially) anew, i.e. (of place) back, (of time) once more, or (conjunctionally) furthermore or on the other hand
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the temple G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the temple G2411 (ἱερόν) — a sacred place, i.e. the entire precincts (whereas denotes the central sanctuary itself) of the Temple (at Jerusalem or elsewhere)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • the people G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the people G2992 (λαός) — a people (in general; thus differing from , which denotes one's own populace)
  • came G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • he sat down G2523 (καθίζω) — to seat down, i.e. set (figuratively, appoint); intransitively, to sit (down); figuratively, to settle (hover, dwell)
  • and taught G1321 (διδάσκω) — to teach (in the same broad application)
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

3 And the scribes and the Pharisees bring a woman taken in adultery; and having set her in the midst,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the scribes G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the scribes G1122 (γραμματεύς)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Pharisees G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Pharisees G5330 (Φαρισαῖος) — a separatist, i.e. exclusively religious; a Pharisean, i.e. Jewish sectary
  • brought G71 (ἄγω) — properly, to lead; by implication, to bring, drive, (reflexively) go, (specially) pass (time), or (figuratively) induce
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • a woman G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • taken G2638 (καταλαμβάνω) — to take eagerly, i.e. seize, possess, etc. (literally or figuratively)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • adultery G3430 (μοιχεία) — adultery
  • when they had set G2476 (ἵστημι) — to stand (transitively or intransitively), used in various applications (literally or figuratively)
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • the midst G3319 (μέσος) — middle (as an adjective or (neuter) noun)

4 they say unto him, Teacher, this woman hath been taken in adultery, in the very act.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • They say G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Master G1320 (διδάσκαλος) — an instructor (genitive case or specially)
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • woman G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • woman G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • was taken G2638 (καταλαμβάνω) — to take eagerly, i.e. seize, possess, etc. (literally or figuratively)
  • in adultery G3431 (μοιχεύω) — to commit adultery
  • in the very act G1888 (ἐπαυτοφώρῳ) — in theft itself, i.e. (by analogy) in actual crime

5 Now in the law Moses commanded us to stone such: what then sayest thou of her?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Now G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Moses G3475 (Μωσεύς) — Moseus, Moses, or Mouses (i.e. Mosheh), the Hebrew lawgiver
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the law G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case (regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively (a…
  • commanded G1781 (ἐντέλλομαι) — to enjoin
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • such G5108 (τοιοῦτος) — truly this, i.e. of this sort (to denote character or individuality)
  • should be stoned G3036 (λιθοβολέω) — to throw stones, i.e. lapidate
  • but G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • what G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • sayest G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • thou G4771 (σύ) — thou

6 And this they said, trying him, that they might have whereof to accuse him. But Jesus stooped down, and with his finger wrote on the ground.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • This G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • they said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • tempting G3985 (πειράζω) — to test (objectively), i.e. endeavor, scrutinize, entice, discipline
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • they might have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • to accuse G2723 (κατηγορέω) — to be a plaintiff, i.e. to charge with some offence
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • stooped G2955 (κύπτω) — to bend forward
  • down G2736 (κάτω) — downwards
  • and with G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • and with G1147 (δάκτυλος) — a finger
  • finger G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • finger G1147 (δάκτυλος) — a finger
  • wrote G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe
  • on G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the ground G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the ground G1093 (γῆ) — soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe (including the occupants in each application)

7 But when they continued asking him, he lifted up himself, and said unto them, He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • So G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • they continued G1961 (ἐπιμένω) — to stay over, i.e. remain (figuratively, persevere)
  • asking G2065 (ἐρωτάω) — to interrogate; by implication, to request
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • he lifted up himself G352 (ἀνακύπτω) — to unbend, i.e. rise; figuratively, be elated
  • and said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • He that is without sin G361 (ἀναμάρτητος) — sinless
  • among you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • let him G906 (βάλλω) — to throw (in various applications, more or less violent or intense)
  • first G4413 (πρῶτος) — foremost (in time, place, order or importance)
  • cast G906 (βάλλω) — to throw (in various applications, more or less violent or intense)
  • a stone G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • a stone G3037 (λίθος) — a stone (literally or figuratively)
  • at G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

8 And again he stooped down, and with his finger wrote on the ground.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • again G3825 (πάλιν) — (adverbially) anew, i.e. (of place) back, (of time) once more, or (conjunctionally) furthermore or on the other hand
  • he stooped G2955 (κύπτω) — to bend forward
  • down G2736 (κάτω) — downwards
  • and wrote G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe
  • on G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the ground G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the ground G1093 (γῆ) — soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe (including the occupants in each application)

9 And they, when they heard it, went out one by one, beginning from the eldest, even unto the last: and Jesus was left alone, and the woman, where she was, in the midst.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • they which heard G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • they which heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • being convicted G1651 (ἐλέγχω) — to confute, admonish
  • by G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
  • conscience G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • conscience G4893 (συνείδησις) — co-perception, i.e. moral consciousness
  • went out G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
  • one G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • by G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • beginning G756 (ἄρχομαι) — to commence (in order of time)
  • at G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • the eldest G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the eldest G4245 (πρεσβύτερος) — older; as noun, a senior; specially, an Israelite Sanhedrist (also figuratively, member of the celestial council) or Christian "presbyter"
  • unto G2193 (ἕως) — a conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until (of time and place)
  • the last G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the last G2078 (ἔσχατος) — farthest, final (of place or time)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • was left G2641 (καταλείπω) — to leave down, i.e. behind; by implication, to abandon, have remaining
  • alone G3441 (μόνος) — remaining, i.e. sole or single; by implication, mere
  • the woman G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the woman G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • standing G2476 (ἵστημι) — to stand (transitively or intransitively), used in various applications (literally or figuratively)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the midst G3319 (μέσος) — middle (as an adjective or (neuter) noun)

10 And Jesus lifted up himself, and said unto her, Woman, where are they? did no man condemn thee?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • When G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • had lifted up himself G352 (ἀνακύπτω) — to unbend, i.e. rise; figuratively, be elated
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • saw G2300 (θεάομαι) — to look closely at, i.e. (by implication) perceive (literally or figuratively); by extension to visit
  • none G3367 (μηδείς) — not even one (man, woman, thing)
  • but G4133 (πλήν) — moreover (besides), i.e. albeit, save that, rather, yet
  • the woman G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the woman G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • he said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Woman G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Woman G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • where G4226 (ποῦ) — as adverb of place; at (by implication, to) what locality
  • are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • those G1565 (ἐκεῖνος) — that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
  • thine G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • accusers G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • accusers G2725 (κατήγορος) — against one in the assembly, i.e. a complainant at law; specially, Satan
  • hath G2632 (κατακρίνω) — to judge against, i.e. sentence
  • no man G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none, nobody, nothing
  • condemned G2632 (κατακρίνω) — to judge against, i.e. sentence
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou

11 And she said, No man, Lord. And Jesus said, Neither do I condemn thee: go thy way; from henceforth sin no more.]

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • She G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • No man G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none, nobody, nothing
  • Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • unto her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Neither G3761 (οὐδέ) — not however, i.e. neither, nor, not even
  • do G2632 (κατακρίνω) — to judge against, i.e. sentence
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • condemn G2632 (κατακρίνω) — to judge against, i.e. sentence
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • go G4198 (πορεύομαι) — to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.);
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • sin G264 (ἁμαρτάνω) — properly, to miss the mark (and so not share in the prize), i.e. (figuratively) to err, especially (morally) to sin
  • no more G3371 (μηκέτι) — no further

12 Again therefore Jesus spake unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in the darkness, but shall have the light of life.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • spake G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • again G3825 (πάλιν) — (adverbially) anew, i.e. (of place) back, (of time) once more, or (conjunctionally) furthermore or on the other hand
  • unto them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • saying G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • am G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • the light G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the light G5457 (φῶς) — luminousness (in the widest application, natural or artificial, abstract or concrete, literal or figurative)
  • of the world G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the world G2889 (κόσμος) — orderly arrangement, i.e. decoration; by implication, the world (in a wide or narrow sense, including its inhabitants, literally or figuratively (morally))
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • he that followeth G190 (ἀκολουθέω) — properly, to be in the same way with, i.e. to accompany (specially, as a disciple)
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • shall G4043 (περιπατέω) — to tread all around, i.e. walk at large (especially as proof of ability); figuratively, to live, deport oneself, follow (as a companion or votary)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • walk G4043 (περιπατέω) — to tread all around, i.e. walk at large (especially as proof of ability); figuratively, to live, deport oneself, follow (as a companion or votary)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • darkness G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • darkness G4653 (σκοτία) — dimness, obscurity (literally or figuratively)
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • shall have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • of life G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of life G2222 (ζωή) — life (literally or figuratively)

13 The Pharisees therefore said unto him, Thou bearest witness of thyself; thy witness is not true.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • The Pharisees G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • The Pharisees G5330 (Φαρισαῖος) — a separatist, i.e. exclusively religious; a Pharisean, i.e. Jewish sectary
  • therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • bearest record G3140 (μαρτυρέω) — to be a witness, i.e. testify (literally or figuratively)
  • of G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • thyself G4572 (σεαυτοῦ) — of (with, to) thyself
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • record G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • record G3141 (μαρτυρία) — evidence given (judicially or genitive case)
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • true G227 (ἀληθής) — true (as not concealing)

14 Jesus answered and said unto them, Even if I bear witness of myself, my witness is true; for I know whence I came, and whither I go; but ye know not whence I come, or whither I go.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • answered G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Though G2579 (κἄν) — and (or even) if
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • bear record G3140 (μαρτυρέω) — to be a witness, i.e. testify (literally or figuratively)
  • of G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • myself G1683 (ἐμαυτοῦ) — of myself so likewise the dative case , and accusative case
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • record G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • record G3141 (μαρτυρία) — evidence given (judicially or genitive case)
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • true G227 (ἀληθής) — true (as not concealing)
  • for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • I know G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • whence G4159 (πόθεν) — from which (as interrogative) or what (as relative) place, state, source or cause
  • I came G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • whither G4226 (ποῦ) — as adverb of place; at (by implication, to) what locality
  • I go G5217 (ὑπάγω) — to lead (oneself) under, i.e. withdraw or retire (as if sinking out of sight), literally or figuratively
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • cannot G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • tell G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • I come G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

15 Ye judge after the flesh; I judge no man.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • judge G2919 (κρίνω) — by implication, to try, condemn, punish
  • after G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • the flesh G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the flesh G4561 (σάρξ) — flesh (as stripped of the skin), i.e. (strictly) the meat of an animal (as food), or (by extension) the body (as opposed to the soul (or spirit), or as the sy…
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • no G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • man G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none, nobody, nothing

16 Yea and if I judge, my judgment is true; for I am not alone, but I and the Father that sent me.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • yet G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • judge G2919 (κρίνω) — by implication, to try, condemn, punish
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • my G1699 (ἐμός) — my
  • judgment G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • judgment G2920 (κρίσις) — decision (subjectively or objectively, for or against); by extension, a tribunal; by implication, justice (especially, divine law)
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • true G227 (ἀληθής) — true (as not concealing)
  • for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • I am G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • alone G3441 (μόνος) — remaining, i.e. sole or single; by implication, mere
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • the Father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • that sent G3992 (πέμπω) — to dispatch (from the subjective view or point of departure, whereas (as a stronger form of ) refers rather to the objective point or terminus ad quem, and…
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)

17 Yea and in your law it is written, that the witness of two men is true.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • It is G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe
  • also G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • written G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • your G5212 (ὑμέτερος) — yours, i.e. pertaining to you
  • law G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case (regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively (a…
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • the testimony G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the testimony G3141 (μαρτυρία) — evidence given (judicially or genitive case)
  • of two G1417 (δύο) — "two"
  • men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • true G227 (ἀληθής) — true (as not concealing)

18 I am he that beareth witness of myself, and the Father that sent me beareth witness of me.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • am G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • one that bear witness G3140 (μαρτυρέω) — to be a witness, i.e. testify (literally or figuratively)
  • of G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • myself G1683 (ἐμαυτοῦ) — of myself so likewise the dative case , and accusative case
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the Father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • that sent G3992 (πέμπω) — to dispatch (from the subjective view or point of departure, whereas (as a stronger form of ) refers rather to the objective point or terminus ad quem, and…
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • beareth witness G3140 (μαρτυρέω) — to be a witness, i.e. testify (literally or figuratively)

19 They said therefore unto him, Where is thy Father? Jesus answered, Ye know neither me, nor my Father: if ye knew me, ye would know my Father also.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • said they G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Where G4226 (ποῦ) — as adverb of place; at (by implication, to) what locality
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • Father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • answered G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
  • Ye G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • neither G3777 (οὔτε) — not too, i.e. neither or nor; by analogy, not even
  • know G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • nor G3777 (οὔτε) — not too, i.e. neither or nor; by analogy, not even
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • ye had known G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • ye should have known G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • G302 (ἄν)
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

20 These words spake he in the treasury, as he taught in the temple: and no man took him; because his hour was not yet come.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • These G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • words G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • words G4487 (ῥῆμα) — an utterance (individually, collectively or specially),; by implication, a matter or topic (especially of narration, command or dispute); with a negative naug…
  • spake G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the treasury G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the treasury G1049 (γαζοφυλάκιον) — a treasure-house, i.e. a court in the temple for the collection-boxes
  • as he taught G1321 (διδάσκω) — to teach (in the same broad application)
  • the temple G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the temple G2411 (ἱερόν) — a sacred place, i.e. the entire precincts (whereas denotes the central sanctuary itself) of the Temple (at Jerusalem or elsewhere)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • no man G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none, nobody, nothing
  • laid hands G4084 (πιάζω) — to squeeze, i.e. seize (gently by the hand (press), or officially (arrest), or in hunting (capture))
  • on him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • hour G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • hour G5610 (ὥρα) — an "hour" (literally or figuratively)
  • was G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • not yet G3768 (οὔπω) — not yet
  • come G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

21 He said therefore again unto them, I go away, and ye shall seek me, and shall die in your sin: whither I go, ye cannot come.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • again G3825 (πάλιν) — (adverbially) anew, i.e. (of place) back, (of time) once more, or (conjunctionally) furthermore or on the other hand
  • unto them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • go my way G5217 (ὑπάγω) — to lead (oneself) under, i.e. withdraw or retire (as if sinking out of sight), literally or figuratively
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • ye shall seek G2212 (ζητέω) — to seek (literally or figuratively); specially, (by Hebraism) to worship (God), or (in a bad sense) to plot (against life)
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • shall die G599 (ἀποθνήσκω) — to die off (literally or figuratively)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • sins G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • sins G266 (ἁμαρτία) — a sin (properly abstract)
  • whither G3699 (ὅπου) — what(-ever) where, i.e. at whichever spot
  • go G5217 (ὑπάγω) — to lead (oneself) under, i.e. withdraw or retire (as if sinking out of sight), literally or figuratively
  • ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • cannot G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • G1410 (δύναμαι) — to be able or possible
  • come G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

22 The Jews therefore said, Will he kill himself, that he saith, Whither I go, ye cannot come?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Jews G2453 (Ἰουδαῖος) — Judæan, i.e. belonging to Jehudah
  • Will G3385 (μήτι) — whether at all
  • he kill G615 (ἀποκτείνω) — to kill outright; figuratively, to destroy
  • himself G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
  • because G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • he saith G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Whither G3699 (ὅπου) — what(-ever) where, i.e. at whichever spot
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • go G5217 (ὑπάγω) — to lead (oneself) under, i.e. withdraw or retire (as if sinking out of sight), literally or figuratively
  • ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • cannot G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • G1410 (δύναμαι) — to be able or possible
  • come G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

23 And he said unto them, Ye are from beneath; I am from above: ye are of this world; I am not of this world.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • he said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • from G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • beneath G2736 (κάτω) — downwards
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • am G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • above G507 (ἄνω) — upward or on the top
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • world G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • world G2889 (κόσμος) — orderly arrangement, i.e. decoration; by implication, the world (in a wide or narrow sense, including its inhabitants, literally or figuratively (morally))
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not

24 I said therefore unto you, that ye shall die in your sins: for except ye believe that I am he, ye shall die in your sins.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • I said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • ye shall die G599 (ἀποθνήσκω) — to die off (literally or figuratively)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • sins G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • sins G266 (ἁμαρτία) — a sin (properly abstract)
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • ye believe G4100 (πιστεύω) — to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e. credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to Christ)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • am G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)

25 They said therefore unto him, Who art thou? Jesus said unto them, Even that which I have also spoken unto you from the beginning.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • said they G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Who G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • saith G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Even G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • that G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • I said G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • from the beginning G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • from the beginning G746 (ἀρχή) — (properly abstract) a commencement, or (concretely) chief (in various applications of order, time, place, or rank)

26 I have many things to speak and to judge concerning you: howbeit he that sent me is true; and the things which I heard from him, these speak I unto the world.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • I have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • many things G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • to say G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • to judge G2919 (κρίνω) — by implication, to try, condemn, punish
  • of G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • he that sent G3992 (πέμπω) — to dispatch (from the subjective view or point of departure, whereas (as a stronger form of ) refers rather to the objective point or terminus ad quem, and…
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • true G227 (ἀληθής) — true (as not concealing)
  • and I G2504 (κἀγώ) — so also the dative case , and accusative case and (or also, even, etc.) I, (to) me
  • speak G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the world G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the world G2889 (κόσμος) — orderly arrangement, i.e. decoration; by implication, the world (in a wide or narrow sense, including its inhabitants, literally or figuratively (morally))
  • those things G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • I have heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • of G3844 (παρά) — properly, near; i.e. (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subjectively)…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

27 They perceived not that he spake to them of the Father.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • They understood G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • he spake G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • to them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • of the Father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the Father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)

28 Jesus therefore said, When ye have lifted up the Son of man, then shall ye know that I am he, and that I do nothing of myself, but as the Father taught me, I speak these things.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • unto them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • When G3752 (ὅταν) — whenever (implying hypothesis or more or less uncertainty); also causatively (conjunctionally) inasmuch as
  • ye have lifted up G5312 (ὑψόω) — to elevate (literally or figuratively)
  • the Son G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • of man G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • then G5119 (τότε) — the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecution)
  • shall ye know G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • am G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • nothing G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none, nobody, nothing
  • of G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • myself G1683 (ἐμαυτοῦ) — of myself so likewise the dative case , and accusative case
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • as G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • Father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • hath taught G1321 (διδάσκω) — to teach (in the same broad application)
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • I speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • these things G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)

29 And he that sent me is with me; he hath not left me alone; for I do always the things that are pleasing to him.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • he that sent G3992 (πέμπω) — to dispatch (from the subjective view or point of departure, whereas (as a stronger form of ) refers rather to the objective point or terminus ad quem, and…
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • the Father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • hath G863 (ἀφίημι) — to send forth, in various applications (as follow)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • left G863 (ἀφίημι) — to send forth, in various applications (as follow)
  • alone G3441 (μόνος) — remaining, i.e. sole or single; by implication, mere
  • for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • always G3842 (πάντοτε) — every when, i.e. at all times
  • those things that please G701 (ἀρεστός) — agreeable; by implication, fit
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

30 As he spake these things, many believed on him.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • As G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • he G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • spake G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • these words G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • many G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • believed G4100 (πιστεύω) — to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e. credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to Christ)
  • on G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

31 Jesus therefore said to those Jews that had believed him, If ye abide in my word, then are ye truly my disciples;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • to G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • those G4100 (πιστεύω) — to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e. credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to Christ)
  • Jews G2453 (Ἰουδαῖος) — Judæan, i.e. belonging to Jehudah
  • which believed G4100 (πιστεύω) — to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e. credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to Christ)
  • on him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • If G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • continue G3306 (μένω) — to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • my G1699 (ἐμός) — my
  • word G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • word G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computa…
  • are ye G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • disciples G3101 (μαθητής) — a learner, i.e. pupil
  • indeed G230 (ἀληθῶς) — truly

32 and ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • ye shall know G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
  • the truth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the truth G225 (ἀλήθεια) — truth
  • shall make G1659 (ἐλευθερόω) — to liberate, i.e. (figuratively) to exempt (from moral, ceremonial or mortal liability)
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • free G1659 (ἐλευθερόω) — to liberate, i.e. (figuratively) to exempt (from moral, ceremonial or mortal liability)

33 They answered unto him, We are Abraham’s seed, and have never yet been in bondage to any man: how sayest thou, Ye shall be made free?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • They answered G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • We be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • Abraham’s G11 (Ἀβραάμ) — Abraham, the Hebrew patriarch
  • seed G4690 (σπέρμα) — something sown, i.e. seed (including the male "sperm"); by implication, offspring; specially, a remnant (figuratively, as if kept over for planting)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • were G1398 (δουλεύω) — to be a slave to (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary)
  • never G4455 (πώποτε) — at any time, i.e. (with negative particle) at no time
  • in bondage G1398 (δουλεύω) — to be a slave to (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary)
  • to any man G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none, nobody, nothing
  • how G4459 (πῶς) — an interrogative particle of manner; in what way? (sometimes the question is indirect, how?); also as exclamation, how much!
  • sayest G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • Ye shall be made G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • free G1658 (ἐλεύθερος) — unrestrained (to go at pleasure), i.e. (as a citizen) not a slave (whether freeborn or manumitted), or (genitive case) exempt (from obligation or liability)

34 Jesus answered them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Every one that committeth sin is the bondservant of sin.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • answered G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Verily G281 (ἀμήν) — properly, firm, i.e. (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be it)
  • I say G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • Whosoever G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • committeth G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • sin G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • sin G266 (ἁμαρτία) — a sin (properly abstract)
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • the servant G1401 (δοῦλος) — a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or subserviency)
  • of sin G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of sin G266 (ἁμαρτία) — a sin (properly abstract)

35 And the bondservant abideth not in the house for ever: the son abideth for ever.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the servant G1401 (δοῦλος) — a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or subserviency)
  • abideth G3306 (μένω) — to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the house G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the house G3614 (οἰκία) — properly, residence (abstractly), but usually (concretely) an abode (literally or figuratively); by implication, a family (especially domestics)
  • for G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • ever G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • ever G165 (αἰών) — properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (Jewish) a Messianic period (present or future)
  • the Son G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

36 If therefore the Son shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • If G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • the Son G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • shall make G1659 (ἐλευθερόω) — to liberate, i.e. (figuratively) to exempt (from moral, ceremonial or mortal liability)
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • free G1659 (ἐλευθερόω) — to liberate, i.e. (figuratively) to exempt (from moral, ceremonial or mortal liability)
  • ye shall be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • free G1658 (ἐλεύθερος) — unrestrained (to go at pleasure), i.e. (as a citizen) not a slave (whether freeborn or manumitted), or (genitive case) exempt (from obligation or liability)
  • indeed G3689 (ὄντως) — really

37 I know that ye are Abraham’s seed; yet ye seek to kill me, because my word hath not free course in you.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • I know G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • ye are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • Abraham’s G11 (Ἀβραάμ) — Abraham, the Hebrew patriarch
  • seed G4690 (σπέρμα) — something sown, i.e. seed (including the male "sperm"); by implication, offspring; specially, a remnant (figuratively, as if kept over for planting)
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • ye seek G2212 (ζητέω) — to seek (literally or figuratively); specially, (by Hebraism) to worship (God), or (in a bad sense) to plot (against life)
  • to kill G615 (ἀποκτείνω) — to kill outright; figuratively, to destroy
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • because G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • my G1699 (ἐμός) — my
  • word G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • word G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computa…
  • hath G5562 (χωρέω) — to be in (give) space, i.e. (intransitively) to pass, enter, or (transitively) to hold, admit (literally or figuratively)
  • no G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • place G5562 (χωρέω) — to be in (give) space, i.e. (intransitively) to pass, enter, or (transitively) to hold, admit (literally or figuratively)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou

38 I speak the things which I have seen with my Father: and ye also do the things which ye heard from your father.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • that G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • I have seen G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • with G3844 (παρά) — properly, near; i.e. (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subjectively)…
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • Father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • that G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • ye have seen G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou

39 They answered and said unto him, Our father is Abraham. Jesus saith unto them, If ye were Abraham’s children, ye would do the works of Abraham.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • They answered G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Abraham G11 (Ἀβραάμ) — Abraham, the Hebrew patriarch
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • saith G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • If G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • were G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Abraham’s G11 (Ἀβραάμ) — Abraham, the Hebrew patriarch
  • children G5043 (τέκνον) — a child (as produced)
  • ye would do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • G302 (ἄν)
  • the works G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the works G2041 (ἔργον) — toil (as an effort or occupation); by implication, an act
  • of Abraham G11 (Ἀβραάμ) — Abraham, the Hebrew patriarch

40 But now ye seek to kill me, a man that hath told you the truth, which I heard from God: this did not Abraham.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • now G3568 (νῦν) — "now" (as adverb of date, a transition or emphasis); also as noun or adjective present or immediate
  • ye seek G2212 (ζητέω) — to seek (literally or figuratively); specially, (by Hebraism) to worship (God), or (in a bad sense) to plot (against life)
  • to kill G615 (ἀποκτείνω) — to kill outright; figuratively, to destroy
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • a man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • that G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • hath told G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • the truth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the truth G225 (ἀλήθεια) — truth
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • I have heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • of G3844 (παρά) — properly, near; i.e. (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subjectively)…
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • did G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • Abraham G11 (Ἀβραάμ) — Abraham, the Hebrew patriarch

41 Ye do the works of your father. They said unto him, We were not born of fornication; we have one Father, even God.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • the deeds G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the deeds G2041 (ἔργον) — toil (as an effort or occupation); by implication, an act
  • of your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • Then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • said they G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • to him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • We G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • be G1080 (γεννάω) — to procreate (properly, of the father, but by extension of the mother); figuratively, to regenerate
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • born G1080 (γεννάω) — to procreate (properly, of the father, but by extension of the mother); figuratively, to regenerate
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • fornication G4202 (πορνεία) — harlotry (including adultery and incest); figuratively, idolatry
  • have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • one G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very

42 Jesus said unto them, If God were your Father, ye would love me: for I came forth and am come from God; for neither have I come of myself, but he sent me.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • If G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • were G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • Father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • ye would love G25 (ἀγαπάω) — to love (in a social or moral sense)
  • G302 (ἄν)
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • proceeded forth G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • came G2240 (ἥκω) — to arrive, i.e. be present (literally or figuratively)
  • from G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • neither G3761 (οὐδέ) — not however, i.e. neither, nor, not even
  • G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • came I G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • of G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • myself G1683 (ἐμαυτοῦ) — of myself so likewise the dative case , and accusative case
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • he G1565 (ἐκεῖνος) — that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
  • sent G649 (ἀποστέλλω) — set apart, i.e. (by implication) to send out (properly, on a mission) literally or figuratively

43 Why do ye not understand my speech? Even because ye cannot hear my word.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Why G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • do ye G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • understand G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
  • my G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • my G1699 (ἐμός) — my
  • speech G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • speech G2981 (λαλιά) — talk
  • because G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • ye G1410 (δύναμαι) — to be able or possible
  • ye G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • cannot G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • hear G1410 (δύναμαι) — to be able or possible
  • hear G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • word G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • word G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computa…

44 Ye are of your father the devil, and the lusts of your father it is your will to do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and standeth not in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaketh a lie, he speaketh of his own: for he is a liar, and the father thereof.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • the devil G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the devil G1228 (διάβολος) — a traducer; specially, Satan (compare )
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the lusts G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the lusts G1939 (ἐπιθυμία) — a longing (especially for what is forbidden)
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • ye will G2309 (θέλω) — to determine (as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations), i.e. choose…
  • do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • He G1565 (ἐκεῖνος) — that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
  • was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • a murderer G443 (ἀνθρωποκτόνος) — a manslayer
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • the beginning G746 (ἀρχή) — (properly abstract) a commencement, or (concretely) chief (in various applications of order, time, place, or rank)
  • abode G2476 (ἵστημι) — to stand (transitively or intransitively), used in various applications (literally or figuratively)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the truth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the truth G225 (ἀλήθεια) — truth
  • because G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • there is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • no G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • truth G225 (ἀλήθεια) — truth
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • When G3752 (ὅταν) — whenever (implying hypothesis or more or less uncertainty); also causatively (conjunctionally) inasmuch as
  • he speaketh G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • a lie G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • a lie G5579 (ψεῦδος) — a falsehood
  • his own G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • his own G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate
  • for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • he is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • a liar G5583 (ψεύστης) — a falsifier
  • the father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • of it G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

45 But because I say the truth, ye believe me not.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • because G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • tell G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • the truth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the truth G225 (ἀλήθεια) — truth
  • ye believe G4100 (πιστεύω) — to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e. credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to Christ)
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not

46 Which of you convicteth me of sin? If I say truth, why do ye not believe me?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Which G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • convinceth G1651 (ἐλέγχω) — to confute, admonish
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • of G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • sin G266 (ἁμαρτία) — a sin (properly abstract)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • I say G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • the truth G225 (ἀλήθεια) — truth
  • why G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • do G4100 (πιστεύω) — to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e. credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to Christ)
  • ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • believe G4100 (πιστεύω) — to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e. credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to Christ)

47 He that is of God heareth the words of God: for this cause ye hear them not, because ye are not of God.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • He that is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • heareth G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • God’s G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God’s G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • words G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • words G4487 (ῥῆμα) — an utterance (individually, collectively or specially),; by implication, a matter or topic (especially of narration, command or dispute); with a negative naug…
  • ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • therefore G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • hear G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • because G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • ye are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)

48 The Jews answered and said unto him, Say we not well that thou art a Samaritan, and hast a demon?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • answered G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Jews G2453 (Ἰουδαῖος) — Judæan, i.e. belonging to Jehudah
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Say G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • we G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • well G2573 (καλῶς) — well (usually morally)
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • art G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • a Samaritan G4541 (Σαμαρείτης) — a Samarite, i.e. inhabitant of Samaria
  • hast G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • a devil G1140 (δαιμόνιον) — a dæmonic being; by extension a deity

49 Jesus answered, I have not a demon; but I honor my Father, and ye dishonor me.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • answered G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • a devil G1140 (δαιμόνιον) — a dæmonic being; by extension a deity
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • I honour G5091 (τιμάω) — to prize, i.e. fix a valuation upon; by implication, to revere
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • Father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • do dishonour G818 (ἀτιμάζω) — to render infamous, i.e. (by implication) contemn or maltreat
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)

50 But I seek not mine own glory: there is one that seeketh and judgeth.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • seek G2212 (ζητέω) — to seek (literally or figuratively); specially, (by Hebraism) to worship (God), or (in a bad sense) to plot (against life)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • mine own G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • glory G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • glory G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
  • there is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • one that seeketh G2212 (ζητέω) — to seek (literally or figuratively); specially, (by Hebraism) to worship (God), or (in a bad sense) to plot (against life)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • judgeth G2919 (κρίνω) — by implication, to try, condemn, punish

51 Verily, verily, I say unto you, If a man keep my word, he shall never see death.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Verily G281 (ἀμήν) — properly, firm, i.e. (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be it)
  • I say G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • If G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • a man G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • keep G5083 (τηρέω) — to guard (from loss or injury, properly, by keeping the eye upon; and thus differing from , which is properly to prevent escaping; and from , which implies a…
  • my G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • my G1699 (ἐμός) — my
  • saying G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • saying G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computa…
  • he shall G2334 (θεωρέω) — to be a spectator of, i.e. discern, (literally, figuratively (experience) or intensively (acknowledge))
  • never G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • never G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • see G2334 (θεωρέω) — to be a spectator of, i.e. discern, (literally, figuratively (experience) or intensively (acknowledge))
  • death G2288 (θάνατος) — (properly, an adjective used as a noun) death (literally or figuratively)
  • G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • G165 (αἰών) — properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (Jewish) a Messianic period (present or future)

52 The Jews said unto him, Now we know that thou hast a demon. Abraham died, and the prophets; and thou sayest, If a man keep my word, he shall never taste of death.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • the Jews G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Jews G2453 (Ἰουδαῖος) — Judæan, i.e. belonging to Jehudah
  • unto him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Now G3568 (νῦν) — "now" (as adverb of date, a transition or emphasis); also as noun or adjective present or immediate
  • we know G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • thou hast G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • a devil G1140 (δαιμόνιον) — a dæmonic being; by extension a deity
  • Abraham G11 (Ἀβραάμ) — Abraham, the Hebrew patriarch
  • is dead G599 (ἀποθνήσκω) — to die off (literally or figuratively)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the prophets G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the prophets G4396 (προφήτης) — a foreteller ("prophet"); by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet
  • thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • sayest G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • If G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • a man G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • keep G5083 (τηρέω) — to guard (from loss or injury, properly, by keeping the eye upon; and thus differing from , which is properly to prevent escaping; and from , which implies a…
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • saying G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • saying G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computa…
  • he shall G1089 (γεύομαι) — to taste; by implication, to eat; figuratively, to experience (good or ill)
  • never G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • never G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • taste G1089 (γεύομαι) — to taste; by implication, to eat; figuratively, to experience (good or ill)
  • of death G2288 (θάνατος) — (properly, an adjective used as a noun) death (literally or figuratively)
  • G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • G165 (αἰών) — properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (Jewish) a Messianic period (present or future)

53 Art thou greater than our father Abraham, who died? and the prophets died: whom makest thou thyself?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • Art G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • greater than G3173 (μέγας) — big (literally or figuratively, in a very wide application)
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • Abraham G11 (Ἀβραάμ) — Abraham, the Hebrew patriarch
  • which G3748 (ὅστις) — which some, i.e. any that; also (definite) which same
  • is dead G599 (ἀποθνήσκω) — to die off (literally or figuratively)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the prophets G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the prophets G4396 (προφήτης) — a foreteller ("prophet"); by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet
  • are dead G599 (ἀποθνήσκω) — to die off (literally or figuratively)
  • whom G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • makest G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • thyself G4572 (σεαυτοῦ) — of (with, to) thyself

54 Jesus answered, If I glorify myself, my glory is nothing: it is my Father that glorifieth me; of whom ye say, that he is your God;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • answered G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
  • If G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • honour G1392 (δοξάζω) — to render (or esteem) glorious (in a wide application)
  • myself G1683 (ἐμαυτοῦ) — of myself so likewise the dative case , and accusative case
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • honour G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • honour G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • nothing G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none, nobody, nothing
  • it is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • Father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that honoureth G1392 (δοξάζω) — to render (or esteem) glorious (in a wide application)
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • of whom G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • say G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • he is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very

55 and ye have not known him: but I know him; and if I should say, I know him not, I shall be like unto you, a liar: but I know him, and keep his word.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Yet G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • ye have G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • known G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • know G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • I should say G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • I know G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • I shall be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • a liar G5583 (ψεύστης) — a falsifier
  • like G3664 (ὅμοιος) — similar (in appearance or character)
  • unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • keep G5083 (τηρέω) — to guard (from loss or injury, properly, by keeping the eye upon; and thus differing from , which is properly to prevent escaping; and from , which implies a…
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • saying G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • saying G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computa…

56 Your father Abraham rejoiced to see my day; and he saw it, and was glad.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • Abraham G11 (Ἀβραάμ) — Abraham, the Hebrew patriarch
  • rejoiced G21 (ἀγαλλιάω) — properly, to jump for joy, i.e. exult
  • to G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • see G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • my G1699 (ἐμός) — my
  • day G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • day G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • he saw G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • was glad G5463 (χαίρω) — to be "cheer"ful, i.e. calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation (on meeting or parting), be well

57 The Jews therefore said unto him, Thou art not yet fifty years old, and hast thou seen Abraham?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Jews G2453 (Ἰουδαῖος) — Judæan, i.e. belonging to Jehudah
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Thou art G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • not yet G3768 (οὔπω) — not yet
  • fifty G4004 (πεντήκοντα) — fifty
  • years G2094 (ἔτος) — a year
  • old G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • hast thou seen G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • Abraham G11 (Ἀβραάμ) — Abraham, the Hebrew patriarch

58 Jesus said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Before Abraham was born, I am.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Verily G281 (ἀμήν) — properly, firm, i.e. (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be it)
  • I say G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • Before G4250 (πρίν) — prior, sooner
  • Abraham G11 (Ἀβραάμ) — Abraham, the Hebrew patriarch
  • was G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • am G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)

59 They took up stones therefore to cast at him: but Jesus hid himself, and went out of the temple.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • took they up G142 (αἴρω) — to lift up; by implication, to take up or away; figuratively, to raise (the voice), keep in suspense (the mind), specially, to sail away (i.e. weigh anchor);…
  • stones G3037 (λίθος) — a stone (literally or figuratively)
  • to G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • cast G906 (βάλλω) — to throw (in various applications, more or less violent or intense)
  • at G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • hid himself G2928 (κρύπτω) — to conceal (properly, by covering)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • went out G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • the temple G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the temple G2411 (ἱερόν) — a sacred place, i.e. the entire precincts (whereas denotes the central sanctuary itself) of the Temple (at Jerusalem or elsewhere)
  • going G1330 (διέρχομαι) — to traverse (literally)
  • through G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • the midst G3319 (μέσος) — middle (as an adjective or (neuter) noun)
  • of them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • so G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)
  • passed by G3855 (παράγω) — to lead near, i.e. (reflexively or intransitively) to go along or away

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