John 12:49

For I have not spoken of myself; but the Father which sent me, he gave me a commandment, what I should say, and what I should speak.

King James Version

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Other Translations for John 12:49

BSB

I have not spoken on My own, but the Father who sent Me has commanded Me what to say and how to say it.

AKJV

For I have not spoken of myself; but the Father which sent me, he gave me a commandment, what I should say, and what I should speak.

CPDV

For I am not speaking from myself, but from the Father who sent me. He gave a commandment to me as to what I should say and how I should speak.

ERV

For I spake not from myself; but the Father which sent me, he hath given me a commandment, what I should say, and what I should speak.

NHEB

For I spoke not from myself, but the Father who sent me, he gave me a commandment, what I should say, and what I should speak.

SMT

For I spake not of myself; but the Father having sent me, he gave me a command, what I should say, and what I should speak.

Word Study (Strong’s) for John 12:49

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Commentary for John 12:49

Please note: this is not Scripture

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of John 12:49

Summary

Jesus speaks only what God commanded him

Event

Jesus affirms divine authorization

Estimated Time Period

c. 30 AD