John 17:13
New International Version
“I am coming to you now, but I say these things while I am still in the world, so that they may have the full measure of my joy within them.

New Living Translation
“Now I am coming to you. I told them many things while I was with them in this world so they would be filled with my joy.

English Standard Version
But now I am coming to you, and these things I speak in the world, that they may have my joy fulfilled in themselves.

Berean Standard Bible
But now I am coming to You; and I am saying these things while I am in the world, so that they may have My joy fulfilled within them.

Berean Literal Bible
But now I am coming to You, and I speak these things in the world, so that they may have My joy fulfilled within them.

King James Bible
And now come I to thee; and these things I speak in the world, that they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves.

New King James Version
But now I come to You, and these things I speak in the world, that they may have My joy fulfilled in themselves.

New American Standard Bible
But now I am coming to You; and these things I speak in the world so that they may have My joy made full in themselves.

NASB 1995
“But now I come to You; and these things I speak in the world so that they may have My joy made full in themselves.

NASB 1977
“But now I come to Thee; and these things I speak in the world, that they may have My joy made full in themselves.

Legacy Standard Bible
But now I come to You; and these things I speak in the world so that they may have My joy made full in themselves.

Amplified Bible
But now I am coming to You; and I say these things [while I am still] in the world so that they may experience My joy made full and complete and perfect within them [filling their hearts with My delight].

Christian Standard Bible
Now I am coming to you, and I speak these things in the world so that they may have my joy completed in them.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Now I am coming to You, and I speak these things in the world so that they may have My joy completed in them.

American Standard Version
But now I come to thee; and these things I speak in the world, that they may have my joy made full in themselves.

Contemporary English Version
I am on my way to you. But I say these things while I am still in the world, so my followers will have the same complete joy that I do.

English Revised Version
But now I come to thee; and these things I speak in the world, that they may have my joy fulfilled in themselves.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
"But now, [Father,] I'm coming back to you. I say these things while I'm still in the world so that they will have the same joy that I have.

Good News Translation
And now I am coming to you, and I say these things in the world so that they might have my joy in their hearts in all its fullness.

International Standard Version
"And now I am coming to you, and I say these things in the world so that they may have my joy made complete in themselves.

Majority Standard Bible
But now I am coming to You; and I am saying these things while I am in the world, so that they may have My joy fulfilled within them.

NET Bible
But now I am coming to you, and I am saying these things in the world, so they may experience my joy completed in themselves.

New Heart English Bible
But now I come to you, and I say these things in the world, that they may have my joy made full in themselves.

Webster's Bible Translation
And now I come to thee, and these things I speak in the world, that they may have my joy fulfilled in themselves.

Weymouth New Testament
"But now I am coming to Thee, and I speak these words while I am in the world, in order that they may have my gladness within them filling their hearts.

World English Bible
But now I come to you, and I say these things in the world, that they may have my joy made full in themselves.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And now I come to You, and these things I speak in the world, that they may have My joy fulfilled in themselves;

Berean Literal Bible
But now I am coming to You, and I speak these things in the world, so that they may have My joy fulfilled within them.

Young's Literal Translation
'And now unto Thee I come, and these things I speak in the world, that they may have my joy fulfilled in themselves;

Smith's Literal Translation
And now come I to thee; and these things I speak in the world, that I might have my joy completed in them.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And now I come to thee; and these things I speak in the world, that they may have my joy filled in themselves.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And now I am coming to you. But I am speaking these things in the world, so that they may have the fullness of my joy within themselves.

New American Bible
But now I am coming to you. I speak this in the world so that they may share my joy completely.

New Revised Standard Version
But now I am coming to you, and I speak these things in the world so that they may have my joy made complete in themselves.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Now I am coming to you; and these things I speak while I am in the world, that my joy may be complete in them.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
“But now I come to you, and I am speaking these things in the world, that my joy shall be complete in them.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And now I come to thee; and these things I speak in the world, that they may have my joy fulfilled in themselves.

Godbey New Testament
And now I come to thee; and speak these things in the world, that they may have my joy complete in themselves.

Haweis New Testament
But now I am coming to thee; and I am speaking these things in the world, that they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves.

Mace New Testament
now that I am coming to thee, while I am here, I make these requests for them, that their joy in me may be compleat.

Weymouth New Testament
"But now I am coming to Thee, and I speak these words while I am in the world, in order that they may have my gladness within them filling their hearts.

Worrell New Testament
But now I come to Thee, and these things I speak in the world, that they may have My joy made full in themselves.

Worsley New Testament
But now I am coming to Thee, and I speak these things in the world, that they may have my joy fulfilled in them.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Prayer for the Disciples
12While I was with them, I protected and preserved them by Your name, the name You gave Me. Not one of them has been lost, except the son of destruction, so that the Scripture would be fulfilled. 13But now I am coming to You; and I am saying these things while I am in the world, so that they may have My joy fulfilled within them. 14I have given them Your word and the world has hated them; for they are not of the world, just as I am not of the world.…

Cross References
John 15:11
I have told you these things so that My joy may be in you and your joy may be complete.

John 16:24
Until now you have not asked for anything in My name. Ask and you will receive, so that your joy may be complete.

John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.

Philippians 4:4
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!

1 John 1:4
We write these things so that our joy may be complete.

Romans 15:13
Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

Nehemiah 8:10
Then Nehemiah told them, “Go and eat what is rich, drink what is sweet, and send out portions to those who have nothing prepared, since today is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.”

Psalm 16:11
You have made known to me the path of life; You will fill me with joy in Your presence, with eternal pleasures at Your right hand.

Isaiah 61:10
I will rejoice greatly in the LORD, my soul will exult in my God; for He has clothed me with garments of salvation and wrapped me in a robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom wears a priestly headdress, as a bride adorns herself with her jewels.

1 Peter 1:8
Though you have not seen Him, you love Him; and though you do not see Him now, you believe in Him and rejoice with an inexpressible and glorious joy,

Luke 10:20
Nevertheless, do not rejoice that the spirits submit to you, but rejoice that your names are written in heaven.”

Matthew 5:12
Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets before you.

Hebrews 12:2
Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

Psalm 126:5-6
Those who sow in tears will reap with shouts of joy. / He who goes out weeping, bearing a trail of seed, will surely return with shouts of joy, carrying sheaves of grain.

Isaiah 12:3
With joy you will draw water from the springs of salvation,


Treasury of Scripture

And now come I to you; and these things I speak in the world, that they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves.

come.

John 17:1
These words spake Jesus, and lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said, Father, the hour is come; glorify thy Son, that thy Son also may glorify thee:

John 13:3
Jesus knowing that the Father had given all things into his hands, and that he was come from God, and went to God;

Hebrews 12:2
Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.

that.

John 3:29
He that hath the bride is the bridegroom: but the friend of the bridegroom, which standeth and heareth him, rejoiceth greatly because of the bridegroom's voice: this my joy therefore is fulfilled.

John 15:11
These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.

John 16:22-24,33
And ye now therefore have sorrow: but I will see you again, and your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no man taketh from you…

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John 17
1. Jesus prays to his Father.














But now
This phrase marks a transition, indicating a pivotal moment in Jesus' ministry. The Greek word "νῦν" (nun) suggests immediacy and urgency. Jesus is aware of His impending crucifixion and resurrection, and this moment is crucial as He prepares to leave the world. Historically, this is a time of great tension and anticipation, as Jesus' earthly mission is nearing its climax.

I am coming to You
Here, Jesus speaks directly to the Father, expressing His return to the divine presence. The Greek verb "ἔρχομαι" (erchomai) implies movement towards a destination. This reflects Jesus' divine origin and His eternal relationship with the Father. Theologically, it underscores the completion of His earthly mission and His return to glory, a central tenet of Christian faith.

and I say these things
Jesus is referring to His teachings and prayers, particularly the intercessory prayer of John 17. The phrase emphasizes the importance of His words, which are meant to instruct and comfort His disciples. The historical context is the Last Supper, a time of intimate teaching and revelation.

while I am in the world
This phrase highlights the temporary nature of Jesus' earthly ministry. The Greek "ἐν τῷ κόσμῳ" (en tō kosmō) indicates His physical presence among humanity. It contrasts with His divine nature and foreshadows His departure. Scripturally, it reminds believers of the incarnation, where God became flesh and dwelt among us (John 1:14).

so that they may have
The purpose clause here, introduced by "ἵνα" (hina), reveals Jesus' intention for His disciples. It shows His deep concern for their well-being and spiritual state. Theologically, it reflects the selfless love of Christ, who desires the best for His followers.

My joy
The joy Jesus refers to is profound and divine, rooted in His relationship with the Father. The Greek "χαρά" (chara) signifies a deep, abiding sense of well-being and contentment. This joy is not dependent on circumstances but is a fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22). Historically, this joy contrasts with the sorrow of the world, offering believers a source of strength and hope.

fulfilled within them
The Greek word "πεπληρωμένη" (peplērōmenē) means to be made full or complete. Jesus desires that His joy be fully realized in His disciples, transforming their lives. This fulfillment is both a present reality and a future hope, as believers grow in their relationship with Christ. Scripturally, it points to the abundant life Jesus promises (John 10:10) and the ultimate joy of eternal life with Him.

(13) And now I come to thee.--Comp. the first words of John 17:12, with which these are in contrast.

And these things I speak in the world.--The thought is that He is about to leave them, and that He utters this prayer in their hearing (comp. John 11:42) that they may have the support of knowing that He who had kept them while with them, had solemnly committed them to His Father's care. The prayer itself was a lesson, and this thought is to be remembered in the interpretation of it.

That they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves.--Comp. Notes on John 15:11; John 16:24. The joy here thought of is that which supported Him in all the sorrow and loneliness of His work on earth, and came from the never-failing source of the Father's presence with Him. (Comp. Note on John 16:32.) He would have them fulfilled with the abundance of this joy. . . .

Verse 13. - But now come I to thee. So that the condition, the shielding protection of my love is removed, thou, O my Father, must be their Sun and Shield. And these things I am uttering in the world; uttering, i.e. in their hearing before my last step is taken, and perhaps in the very midst of the machinations which are going on against me. That they might have the joy that is mine fulfilled, fully unfolded and completed, in themselves. By overhearing the high-priestly prayer, they would be assured of the Divine guardianship, and would receive the transfer of even his joy as well as of his peace. They would find the higher joy also of the return of their Lord to the bosom of the Father. Christ has taught his disciples to desire such joy and peace as he found on the night of the Passion.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
But
δὲ (de)
Conjunction
Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc.

now
Νῦν (Nyn)
Adverb
Strong's 3568: A primary particle of present time; 'now'; also as noun or adjective present or immediate.

I am coming
ἔρχομαι (erchomai)
Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 2064: To come, go.

to
πρὸς (pros)
Preposition
Strong's 4314: To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward.

You,
σὲ (se)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 2nd Person Singular
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

I am saying
λαλῶ (lalō)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 2980: A prolonged form of an otherwise obsolete verb; to talk, i.e. Utter words.

these things
ταῦτα (tauta)
Demonstrative Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Plural
Strong's 3778: This; he, she, it.

[while I am] in
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

the
τῷ (tō)
Article - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

world,
κόσμῳ (kosmō)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2889: Probably from the base of komizo; orderly arrangement, i.e. Decoration; by implication, the world (morally).

so that
ἵνα (hina)
Conjunction
Strong's 2443: In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.

they may have
ἔχωσιν (echōsin)
Verb - Present Subjunctive Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 2192: To have, hold, possess. Including an alternate form scheo skheh'-o; a primary verb; to hold.

My
ἐμὴν (emēn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Feminine 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1699: My, mine. From the oblique cases of ego; my.

joy
χαρὰν (charan)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 5479: Joy, gladness, a source of joy. From chairo; cheerfulness, i.e. Calm delight.

fulfilled
πεπληρωμένην (peplērōmenēn)
Verb - Perfect Participle Middle or Passive - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 4137: From pleres; to make replete, i.e. to cram, level up, or to furnish, satisfy, execute, finish, verify, etc.

within
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

them.
ἑαυτοῖς (heautois)
Reflexive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 1438: Himself, herself, itself.


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