John 12:25

He that loveth his life shall lose it; and he that hateth his life in this world shall keep it unto life eternal.

King James Version
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Other Translations for John 12:25

BSB
Whoever loves his life will lose it, but whoever hates his life in this world will keep it for eternal life.
AKJV
He that loves his life shall lose it; and he that hates his life in this world shall keep it to life eternal.
CPDV
it remains alone. But if it dies, it yields much fruit. Whoever loves his life, will lose it. And whoever hates his life in this world, preserves it unto eternal life.
ERV
He that loveth his life loseth it; and he that hateth his life in this world shall keep it unto life eternal.
NHEB
He who loves his life loses it, and he who hates his life in this world will keep it to everlasting life.
SMT
He loving his soul shall lose it; but he hating his soul in this world, shall guard it for life eternal.

Commentary for John 12:25

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of John 12:25
Summary
Losing worldly attachments preserves eternal spiritual existence
Place
Jerusalem
Event
Jesus teaches paradox of sacrifice
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Teaching