John 2:10

And saith unto him, Every man at the beginning doth set forth good wine; and when men have well drunk, then that which is worse: but thou hast kept the good wine until now.

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Other Translations for John 2:10

BSB
and said, "Everyone serves the fine wine first, and then the cheap wine after the guests are drunk. But you have saved the fine wine until now!"
AKJV
And said to him, Every man at the beginning does set forth good wine; and when men have well drunk, then that which is worse: but you have kept the good wine until now.
CPDV
and he said to him: "Every man offers the good wine first, and then, when they have become inebriated, he offers what is worse. But you have kept the good wine until now."
ERV
and saith unto him, Every man setteth on first the good wine; and when men have drunk freely, then that which is worse: thou hast kept the good wine until now.
NHEB
and said to him, "Everyone serves the good wine first, and when the guests have drunk freely, then that which is worse. You have kept the good wine until now."
SMT
And says to him, Every man sets good wine first; and when they be intoxicated, then inferior: thou hast kept the good wine till now.

Commentary for John 2:10

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Overview of John 2:10
Summary
Steward praises exceptional quality of beverage.
Place
Cana of Galilee
Event
Steward commends quality
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Narrative