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John 14:18 Cross-References

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I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you. comfortless: or, orphans

John 14:18 (KJV)

Commentary on John 14:18

I will not leave you comfortless (οὐκ ἀφήσω ὑμᾶς ὀρφανούς/ouk aphēsō hymas orphanous)—Literally, "I will not leave you orphans." The word ὀρφανούς (orphanous) powerfully conveys the disciples' fear. Orphans in the ancient world faced extreme vulnerability—no legal protection, no inheritance rights, no provision, no advocate. Jesus assures His followers they will not be abandoned, defenseless, or fatherless.This promise directly addresses the disciples' anxiety expressed throughout chapter 14. Peter asked, "Lord, whither goest thou?" (v.5). Thomas said, "We know not whither thou goest" (v.5). P...

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