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John 14:2 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for John 14:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting John chapter 14 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.”
John 14:2 (KJV)
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Commentary on John 14:2
Jesus comforts disciples with future hope: 'In my Father's house are many mansions' (en te oikia tou patros mou monai pollai eisin). The word monai (mansions) derives from meno (to abide/remain), indicating not temporary lodging but permanent dwelling places. The abundance 'many' assures there is room for all believers. Jesus adds 'if it were not so, I would have told you' - an assertion of His complete truthfulness. The purpose clause 'I go to prepare a place for you' (poreuomai hetoimasai topon hymin) indicates Jesus' departure serves redemptive purpose. His ascension is not abandonment but ...
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Cross-References for John 14:2
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“we have a building from God”
“Lord, where are you going? Jesus answered”
“but we seek that which is to come.”
“New Jerusalem”
“I will make him a pillar in the temple of my God”
“For they that say such things declare plainly that they seek a country.”
“whose builder and maker is God.”
“I will be with you a little while longer. You will seek me”
“He that loveth his life shall lose it; and he that hateth his life in this world shall keep it unto life eternal.”
“I desire that they also whom you have given me be with me where I am”