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John 18:36

King James Version (KJV)

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John 18:36

Verse 36 of 40

Scripture focus

Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence.

John 18:36 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on John 18:36

Theological / Devotional

This world. For the spiritual nature of the kingdom Jesus came to establish see on Matt. 3:2, 3; 4:17; 5:2; Mark 3:14.

Fight. Earthly kingdoms are established by force of arms, but Jesus’ kingdom was not earthly. Jesus denied the charge of sedition brought against Him by the Jews.

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