John 8:18
I am one that bear witness of myself, and the Father that sent me beareth witness of me.
Original Language Analysis
ὁ
G3588
ὁ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
3 of 14
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
μαρτυρεῖ
beareth witness
G3140
μαρτυρεῖ
beareth witness
Strong's:
G3140
Word #:
4 of 14
to be a witness, i.e., testify (literally or figuratively)
περὶ
of
G4012
περὶ
of
Strong's:
G4012
Word #:
5 of 14
properly, through (all over), i.e., around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive cas
ἐμαυτοῦ
myself
G1683
ἐμαυτοῦ
myself
Strong's:
G1683
Word #:
6 of 14
of myself so likewise the dative case ?????? <pronunciation strongs="em-ow-to'"/>, and accusative case ??????? <pronunciation strongs="em-ow-ton'"/>
καὶ
and
G2532
καὶ
and
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
7 of 14
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
μαρτυρεῖ
beareth witness
G3140
μαρτυρεῖ
beareth witness
Strong's:
G3140
Word #:
8 of 14
to be a witness, i.e., testify (literally or figuratively)
περὶ
of
G4012
περὶ
of
Strong's:
G4012
Word #:
9 of 14
properly, through (all over), i.e., around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive cas
ὁ
G3588
ὁ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
11 of 14
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Cross References
John 8:51Verily, verily, I say unto you, If a man keep my saying, he shall never see death.John 10:9I am the door: by me if any man enter in, he shall be saved, and shall go in and out, and find pasture.John 8:38I speak that which I have seen with my Father: and ye do that which ye have seen with your father.John 8:58Jesus said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Before Abraham was, I am.John 10:11I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep.Hebrews 2:4God also bearing them witness, both with signs and wonders, and with divers miracles, and gifts of the Holy Ghost, according to his own will?John 8:12Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.John 14:6Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.John 10:14I am the good shepherd, and know my sheep, and am known of mine.John 10:30I and my Father are one.
Historical Context
The Father's witness to Jesus included the voice from heaven at His baptism (John 1:32-34) and transfiguration (Matt 17:5), the Spirit's anointing, and fulfilled prophecy.
Questions for Reflection
- How does the Father testify to Jesus in Scripture?
- What evidence convinces you of Jesus' divine identity?
- How can you bear witness to Christ based on the Father's testimony?
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Analysis & Commentary
Jesus identifies His two witnesses: Himself and the Father who sent Him. This astounding claim asserts both His deity (His testimony counts) and the Father's testimony to Him. The Father's witness includes the voice at Jesus' baptism, the signs Jesus performs, and the Scripture's testimony. Reformed theology emphasizes Scripture as the Father's testimony to the Son.