John 13:37

Peter said unto him, Lord, why cannot I follow thee now? I will lay down my life for thy sake.

King James Version
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Other Translations for John 13:37

BSB
"Lord," said Peter, "why can't I follow You now? I will lay down my life for You."
AKJV
Peter said to him, Lord, why cannot I follow you now? I will lay down my life for your sake.
CPDV
Peter said to him: "Why am I unable to follow you now? I will lay down my life for you!"
ERV
Peter saith unto him, Lord, why cannot I follow thee even now? I will lay down my life for thee.
NHEB
Peter said to him, "Lord, why can I not follow you now? I will lay down my life for you."
SMT
Peter says to him, Lord, why can I not follow thee now? I will lay down my life for thee.

Commentary for John 13:37

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of John 13:37
Summary
Peter declares willingness to die for Jesus
Event
Peter pledges self-sacrifice
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Narrative