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John 21:3

King James Version (KJV)

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John 21:3

Verse 3 of 25

Scripture focus

Simon Peter saith unto them, I go a fishing. They say unto him, We also go with thee. They went forth, and entered into a ship immediately; and that night they caught nothing.

John 21:3 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on John 21:3

Theological / Devotional

I go a fishing. Fishing had been Peter’s trade prior to becoming a disciple of Jesus (see Matt. 4:18-20). James and John had also been fishermen (Matt. 4:21). The purpose of the suggestion was doubtless to replenish their meager fluids. The disciples were not abandoning their higher calling. They had come to Galilee to meet their Master (see on Matt. 28:16; see DA 809, 810).

That night. Because of its clear waters, night was the suitable time for fishing on the lake (see on Luke 5:5).

Caught nothing. As on a previous occasion (see on Luke 5:5).

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