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John 15:17 Cross-References
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“These things I command you, that ye love one another.”
John 15:17 (KJV)
Commentary on John 15:17
These things I command you (ταῦτα ἐντέλλομαι ὑμῖν, tauta entellomai hymin)—Jesus uses the verb entellomai, meaning to order authoritatively, not merely suggest. This is divine imperative, apostolic commission. That ye love one another (ἵνα ἀγαπᾶτε ἀλλήλους, hina agapate allelous) presents agape love as the purpose and substance of His commands (plural, verses 12-17). The reciprocal pronoun allelous (one another) emphasizes mutual, community love among disciples.This verse crystallizes the vine discourse: abiding in Christ (v. 4-5) produces obedience (v. 10), obedience centers on love (v. 12), ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for John 15:17
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“because we love the brothers. He who doesn't love his brother remains in death.”
“Honour all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honour the king.”