John 1:47

Jesus saw Nathanael coming to him, and saith of him, Behold an Israelite indeed, in whom is no guile!

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Other Translations for John 1:47

BSB
When Jesus saw Nathanael approaching, He said of him, "Here is a true Israelite, in whom there is no deceit."
AKJV
Jesus saw Nathanael coming to him, and said of him, Behold an Israelite indeed, in whom is no guile!
CPDV
Jesus saw Nathanael coming toward him, and he said about him, "Behold, an Israelite in whom truly there is no deceit."
ERV
Jesus saw Nathanael coming to him, and saith of him, Behold, an Israelite indeed, in whom is no guile!
NHEB
Jesus saw Nathanael coming to him, and said about him, "Look, a true Israelite in whom there is no deceit."
SMT
Jesus saw Nathanael coming to him, and he says of him, Behold truly an Israelite, in whom is no deceit!

Commentary for John 1:47

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of John 1:47
Summary
Jesus praises Nathanael for spiritual integrity.
Event
Jesus commends Nathanael
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Teaching