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John 1:51 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for John 1:51 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting John chapter 1 verse 51 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And he saith unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Hereafter ye shall see heaven open, and the angels of God ascending and descending upon the Son of man.”
John 1:51 (KJV)
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Commentary on John 1:51
Jesus unveils cosmic vision: 'Ye shall see heaven open, and the angels of God ascending and descending upon the Son of man.' This alludes to Jacob's ladder (Genesis 28:12), where Jacob saw angels ascending and descending on a ladder connecting heaven and earth. Jesus declares Himself the true ladder—the connection between divine and human realms. In Him, heaven opens and communion between God and humanity is restored. The title 'Son of man' emphasizes His humanity while Jacob's ladder imagery emphasizes His cosmic significance.
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Cross-References for John 1:51
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“a stairway set upon the earth”
“Behold, I see the heavens opened, and the Son of Man standing at the right hand of God!”
“strengthening him.”
“he saw the heavens parting”
“and then he will render to everyone according to his deeds.”
“like a great sheet let down by four corners on the earth”
“there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly army praising God”
“I am. You will see the Son of Man sitting at the right hand of Power, and coming with the clouds of the sky.”
“in the fourth [month]”
“when he was baptized”