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John 14:16 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for John 14:16 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting John chapter 14 verse 16 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever;”
John 14:16 (KJV)
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Commentary on John 14:16
Jesus promises 'I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter' (kago eroteso ton patera kai allon parakleton dosei hymin). The verb erotao (pray, request) indicates Jesus' intercession. The Father gives 'another' (allon) Comforter - another of the same kind, implying Jesus Himself has been their Paraclete. Parakletos means advocate, comforter, helper, counselor - one called alongside to aid. The promise continues: 'that he may abide with you for ever' (hina meth' hymon eis ton aiona menein). The Spirit's indwelling is permanent (eis ton aiona, forever), contrasting with Jesus...
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Cross-References for John 14:16
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“the Holy Spirit”
“for if I don't go away”
“that you may abound in hope”
“the Spirit also helps our weaknesses”
“joy”
“but righteousness”
“and were built up. They were multiplied”
“I write these things to you so that you may not sin. If anyone sins”