John 12:46
The Scripture
(46) I am come a light into the world, that whosoever believeth on me should not abide in darkness.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter Jesus is betrayed by Judas and the disciples, and he declares that he is the light of the world, a title that foreshadows his death and resurrection. The passage also shows the crowd’s misunderstanding that he is a prophet, while Jesus clarifies his role and warns that his followers will be persecuted.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
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