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John 18:8 Cross-References
Explore 11 cross-references for John 18:8 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting John chapter 18 verse 8 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Jesus answered, I have told you that I am he: if therefore ye seek me, let these go their way:”
John 18:8 (KJV)
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Commentary on John 18:8
"I have told you that I am he" (εἶπον ὑμῖν ὅτι ἐγώ εἰμι/eipon hymin hoti egō eimi)—Jesus reiterates His self-identification with divine authority, using the covenant name again. Then He issues a command with kingly authority: "let these go their way" (ἄφετε τούτους ὑπάγειν/aphete toutous hypagein). The verb ἀφίημι (aphiēmi) means "release, let go, forgive, send away"—the same word used for forgiving sins and dismissing debts. Jesus, though surrounded by hostile forces, commands His arresters as if He, not they, holds authority.The imperative mood makes this a command, not a request. Even in ar...
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Cross-References for John 18:8
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“and no one will snatch them out of my hand.”
“Jesus”
“and fled.”
“that the Scriptures of the prophets might be fulfilled. Then all the disciples left him, and fled.,But all this was done, that the scriptures of the prophets might be fulfilled. Then all the disciples forsook him, and fled.,,,,,,,,”
“the time is coming”
“because he cares for you.”
“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore I will rather glory in my weaknesses”
“Lord, where are you going? Jesus answered”
“love your wives”
“who will not allow you to be tempted above what you are able”