John 6:45
It is written in the prophets, And they shall be all taught of God. Every man therefore that hath heard, and hath learned of the Father, cometh unto me.
Original Language Analysis
γεγραμμένον
written
G1125
γεγραμμένον
written
Strong's:
G1125
Word #:
2 of 23
to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe
τοῖς
G3588
τοῖς
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
4 of 23
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
προφήταις
the prophets
G4396
προφήταις
the prophets
Strong's:
G4396
Word #:
5 of 23
a foreteller ("prophet"); by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
6 of 23
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
διδακτοὶ
taught
G1318
διδακτοὶ
taught
Strong's:
G1318
Word #:
9 of 23
(subjectively) instructed, or (objectively) communicated by teaching
τοῦ
G3588
τοῦ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
10 of 23
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
θεοῦ·
of God
G2316
θεοῦ·
of God
Strong's:
G2316
Word #:
11 of 23
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)
οὖν
therefore
G3767
οὖν
therefore
Strong's:
G3767
Word #:
13 of 23
(adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
ὁ
G3588
ὁ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
14 of 23
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
παρὰ
of
G3844
παρὰ
of
Strong's:
G3844
Word #:
16 of 23
properly, near; i.e., (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subj
τοῦ
G3588
τοῦ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
17 of 23
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
πατρὸς
the Father
G3962
πατρὸς
the Father
Strong's:
G3962
Word #:
18 of 23
a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
19 of 23
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ἔρχεται
cometh
G2064
ἔρχεται
cometh
Strong's:
G2064
Word #:
21 of 23
to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
Cross References
Isaiah 54:13And all thy children shall be taught of the LORD; and great shall be the peace of thy children.Hebrews 10:16This is the covenant that I will make with them after those days, saith the Lord, I will put my laws into their hearts, and in their minds will I write them;1 Thessalonians 4:9But as touching brotherly love ye need not that I write unto you: for ye yourselves are taught of God to love one another.Micah 4:2And many nations shall come, and say, Come, and let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, and to the house of the God of Jacob; and he will teach us of his ways, and we will walk in his paths: for the law shall go forth of Zion, and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem.Isaiah 2:3And many people shall go and say, Come ye, and let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob; and he will teach us of his ways, and we will walk in his paths: for out of Zion shall go forth the law, and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem.John 6:65And he said, Therefore said I unto you, that no man can come unto me, except it were given unto him of my Father.John 6:37All that the Father giveth me shall come to me; and him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out.Matthew 17:5While he yet spake, behold, a bright cloud overshadowed them: and behold a voice out of the cloud, which said, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; hear ye him.Ephesians 1:17That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give unto you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him:John 10:27My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me:
Historical Context
Isaiah 54 describes new covenant blessings. Divine teaching would characterize the messianic age. This teaching occurs through Scripture, Spirit, and providential circumstances. Those taught by God recognize His Son when He appears.
Questions for Reflection
- How does God teach people that leads them to come to Christ?
- What Old Testament promises does Jesus see fulfilled in people coming to Him?
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Analysis & Commentary
'It is written in the prophets, And they shall be all taught of God. Every man therefore that hath heard, and hath learned of the Father, cometh to me.' Jesus quotes Isaiah 54:13, pointing to divine teaching as the means of drawing. Those who truly hear and learn from the Father come to Christ. The Father's teaching leads to the Son. No one comes to Jesus by human wisdom alone but by divine instruction. This connects Old Testament promise with New Testament fulfillment.