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John 10:17-19
Lexham English Bible
John 10:17-19
Lexham English Bible
17 Because of this the Father loves me, because I lay down my life so that I may take possession of it again. 18 No one takes it from me, but I lay it down voluntarily.[a] I have authority to lay it down, and I have authority to take possession of it again. This commandment I received from my Father.”
19 Again there was a division among the Jews because of these words.
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- John 10:18 Literally “from myself”
John 10:17-19
New International Version
John 10:17-19
New International Version
17 The reason my Father loves me is that I lay down my life(A)—only to take it up again. 18 No one takes it from me, but I lay it down of my own accord.(B) I have authority to lay it down and authority to take it up again. This command I received from my Father.”(C)
19 The Jews who heard these words were again divided.(D)
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