John 8:18

Authorized King James Version

I am one that bear witness of myself, and the Father that sent me beareth witness of me.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
ἐγώ
G1473
I
i, me
#2
εἰμι
G1510
am
i exist (used only when emphatic)
#3
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#4
μαρτυρεῖ
G3140
beareth witness
to be a witness, i.e., testify (literally or figuratively)
#5
περὶ
G4012
of
properly, through (all over), i.e., around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive cas
#6
ἐμαυτοῦ
G1683
myself
of myself so likewise the dative case ?????? <pronunciation strongs="em-ow-to'"/>, and accusative case ??????? <pronunciation strongs="em-ow-ton'"/>
#7
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#8
μαρτυρεῖ
G3140
beareth witness
to be a witness, i.e., testify (literally or figuratively)
#9
περὶ
G4012
of
properly, through (all over), i.e., around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive cas
#10
ἐμοῦ
G1700
me
of me
#11
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#12
πέμψας
G3992
that sent
to dispatch (from the subjective view or point of departure, whereas ???? (as a stronger form of ????) refers rather to the objective point or <i>term
#13
με
G3165
me
me
#14
πατήρ
G3962
the Father
a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)

Analysis

The divine love theme here intersects with God's covenantal faithfulness demonstrated throughout salvation history. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of progressive revelation from covenant love in the Old Testament to agape love in the New. The phrase emphasizing divine revelation contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about hesed in the Old Testament and agape in the New Testament.

Historical Context

The historical context of the late first century during increasing tension between synagogue and church provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The late first-century Jewish-Christian tensions and Hellenistic thought would have shaped how the original audience understood divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

Related Resources

Explore related topics, people, and study resources to deepen your understanding of this passage.

Topics

People

Study Resources