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John 19:26 Cross-References
Explore 6 cross-references for John 19:26 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting John chapter 19 verse 26 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“When Jesus therefore saw his mother, and the disciple standing by, whom he loved, he saith unto his mother, Woman, behold thy son!”
John 19:26 (KJV)
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Commentary on John 19:26
From the cross, Jesus addresses His mother Mary: 'Woman, behold thy son' (γύναι, ἴδε ὁ υἱός σου), then tells the beloved disciple, 'Behold thy mother' (ἴδε ἡ μήτηρ σου). The address 'woman' (γύναι/gynai) was respectful but formal, not the intimate 'mother.' Jesus uses this same address at the wedding in Cana (John 2:4), maintaining distinction between His earthly family relationships and His messianic mission. Even in His agony, Jesus fulfilled the fifth commandment to honor parents (Exodus 20:12). Joseph had apparently died, leaving Mary without male family support. Jesus' brothers (James, Jo...
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Cross-References for John 19:26
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“and wrote these things. We know that his witness is true.”
“and to the other disciple whom Jesus loved”
“whom Jesus loved”
“Woman, what does that have to do with you and me? My hour has not yet come.”
“It's the Lord! So when Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord”
“turning around”