John 6:69
And we believe and are sure that thou art that Christ, the Son of the living God.
Original Language Analysis
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
1 of 16
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
πεπιστεύκαμεν
believe
G4100
πεπιστεύκαμεν
believe
Strong's:
G4100
Word #:
3 of 16
to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e., credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to ch
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
4 of 16
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ἐγνώκαμεν
are sure
G1097
ἐγνώκαμεν
are sure
Strong's:
G1097
Word #:
5 of 16
to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
ὅτι
that
G3754
ὅτι
that
Strong's:
G3754
Word #:
6 of 16
demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
ὁ
G3588
ὁ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
9 of 16
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Χριστὸς
that Christ
G5547
Χριστὸς
that Christ
Strong's:
G5547
Word #:
10 of 16
anointed, i.e., the messiah, an epithet of jesus
ὁ
G3588
ὁ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
11 of 16
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
υἱὸς
the Son
G5207
υἱὸς
the Son
Strong's:
G5207
Word #:
12 of 16
a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
τοῦ
G3588
τοῦ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
13 of 16
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
θεοῦ
God
G2316
θεοῦ
God
Strong's:
G2316
Word #:
14 of 16
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)
Cross References
Mark 8:29And he saith unto them, But whom say ye that I am? And Peter answereth and saith unto him, Thou art the Christ.Luke 9:20He said unto them, But whom say ye that I am? Peter answering said, The Christ of God.John 11:27She saith unto him, Yea, Lord: I believe that thou art the Christ, the Son of God, which should come into the world.1 John 5:1Whosoever believeth that Jesus is the Christ is born of God: and every one that loveth him that begat loveth him also that is begotten of him.1 John 5:20And we know that the Son of God is come, and hath given us an understanding, that we may know him that is true, and we are in him that is true, even in his Son Jesus Christ. This is the true God, and eternal life.Mark 1:24Saying, Let us alone; what have we to do with thee, thou Jesus of Nazareth? art thou come to destroy us? I know thee who thou art, the Holy One of God.Romans 1:3Concerning his Son Jesus Christ our Lord, which was made of the seed of David according to the flesh;Matthew 16:16And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God.John 20:31But these are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might have life through his name.John 1:41He first findeth his own brother Simon, and saith unto him, We have found the Messias, which is, being interpreted, the Christ.
Historical Context
This confession reflects the Twelve's settled faith despite confused understanding. They may not grasp all Jesus says but they know who He is. Identity grounds relationship even when teaching remains mysterious. The 'living God' distinguishes the true God from dead idols.
Questions for Reflection
- How does knowing who Jesus is enable commitment despite incomplete understanding?
- What is the relationship between believing and being sure in the Christian life?
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Analysis & Commentary
'And we believe and are sure that thou art that Christ, the Son of the living God.' Peter's confession parallels his later declaration at Caesarea Philippi (Matthew 16:16). 'Believe and are sure' (perfect tenses) indicate settled conviction. 'The Christ' identifies Jesus as Messiah; 'Son of the living God' asserts His unique divine relationship. This confession grounds their staying when others leave.