John 6:43
Jesus therefore answered and said unto them, Murmur not among yourselves.
Original Language Analysis
ἀπεκρίθη
answered
G611
ἀπεκρίθη
answered
Strong's:
G611
Word #:
1 of 11
to conclude for oneself, i.e., (by implication) to respond; by hebraism (compare h6030) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
οὖν
therefore
G3767
οὖν
therefore
Strong's:
G3767
Word #:
2 of 11
(adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
ὁ
G3588
ὁ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
3 of 11
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Ἰησοῦς
Jesus
G2424
Ἰησοῦς
Jesus
Strong's:
G2424
Word #:
4 of 11
jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites
καὶ
and
G2532
καὶ
and
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
5 of 11
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
αὐτοῖς
unto them
G846
αὐτοῖς
unto them
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
7 of 11
the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
Μὴ
not
G3361
Μὴ
not
Strong's:
G3361
Word #:
8 of 11
(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether
Cross References
Hebrews 4:13Neither is there any creature that is not manifest in his sight: but all things are naked and opened unto the eyes of him with whom we have to do.John 6:64But there are some of you that believe not. For Jesus knew from the beginning who they were that believed not, and who should betray him.
Historical Context
Jesus directly confronts their murmuring, just as God confronted Israel's murmuring in the wilderness. The rebuke shows that Christ won't ignore resistance but addresses it forthrightly.
Questions for Reflection
- How does murmuring among ourselves prevent honest engagement with Christ's claims?
- What is the difference between honest questioning and murmuring resistance to divine truth?
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Analysis & Commentary
Jesus' command 'Murmur not among yourselves' addresses their grumbling, which prevents reception of truth. Their whispering to each other rather than asking Jesus directly shows how group dynamics can reinforce unbelief. Christ calls for honest engagement with His claims rather than dismissive complaining.