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John 16:17-19

King James Version (KJV)

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17. Then said [some] of his disciples among themselves, What is this that he saith unto us, A little while, and ye shall not see me: and again, a little while, and ye shall see me: and, Because I go to the Father? 18. They said therefore, What is this that he saith, A little while? we cannot tell what he saith. 19. Now Jesus knew that they were desirous to ask him, and said unto them, Do ye inquire among yourselves of that I said, A little while, and ye shall not see me: and again, a little while, and ye shall see me?

John 16:17-19 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on John 16:17

Theological / Devotional

Among themselves. They were apparently reluctant to ask Jesus directly. His enigmatic statement had effectively aroused their curiosity.

What is this? Jesus had earlier spoken of His death and resurrection, but the disciples had not fully grasped the significance of His words (see on Matt. 16:21); hence their perplexity at His statement.

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