John 3:27

John answered and said, A man can receive nothing, except it be given him from heaven.

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Other Translations for John 3:27

BSB
John replied, "A man can receive only what is given him from heaven.
AKJV
John answered and said, A man can receive nothing, except it be given him from heaven.
CPDV
John responded and said: "A man is not able to receive anything, unless it has been given to him from heaven.
ERV
John answered and said, A man can receive nothing, except it have been given him from heaven.
NHEB
John answered, "No one can receive anything, unless it has been given to him from heaven.
SMT
John answered and said, No man can receive anything except it be given him from heaven.

Commentary for John 3:27

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of John 3:27
Summary
Authority and gifts derive entirely from heavenly rather than earthly sources
Event
John teaches about authority source
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Teaching