John 18:6

As soon then as he had said unto them, I am he, they went backward, and fell to the ground.

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Other Translations for John 18:6

BSB
When Jesus said, "I am He," they drew back and fell to the ground.
AKJV
As soon then as he had said to them, I am he, they went backward, and fell to the ground.
CPDV
Then, when he said to them, "I am he," they moved back and fell to the ground.
ERV
When therefore he said unto them, I am he, they went backward, and fell to the ground.
NHEB
When therefore he said to them, "I AM," they went backward, and fell to the ground.
SMT
Then, when he said to them, That I am, they went away backward, and fell to the ground.

Commentary for John 18:6

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of John 18:6
Summary
Jesus' declaration causes soldiers to stumble backward
Place
Garden
Event
Soldiers fall backward
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Miracle