Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent. New Living Translation And this is the way to have eternal life—to know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, the one you sent to earth. English Standard Version And this is eternal life, that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent. Berean Standard Bible Now this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom You have sent. Berean Literal Bible Now this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom You sent. King James Bible And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent. New King James Version And this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent. New American Standard Bible And this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent. NASB 1995 “This is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent. NASB 1977 “And this is eternal life, that they may know Thee, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom Thou hast sent. Legacy Standard Bible And this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent. Amplified Bible Now this is eternal life: that they may know You, the only true [supreme and sovereign] God, and [in the same manner know] Jesus [as the] Christ whom You have sent. Berean Annotated Bible Now this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God {Theon}, and Jesus (YHWH saves) Christ (the Anointed One), whom You have sent. Christian Standard Bible This is eternal life: that they may know you, the only true God, and the one you have sent —Jesus Christ. Holman Christian Standard Bible This is eternal life: that they may know You, the only true God, and the One You have sent—Jesus Christ. American Standard Version And this is life eternal, that they should know thee the only true God, and him whom thou didst send, even Jesus Christ. Contemporary English Version Eternal life is to know you, the only true God, and to know Jesus Christ, the one you sent. English Revised Version And this is life eternal, that they should know thee the only true God, and him whom thou didst send, even Jesus Christ. GOD'S WORD® Translation This is eternal life: to know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you sent. Good News Translation And eternal life means to know you, the only true God, and to know Jesus Christ, whom you sent. International Standard Version And this is eternal life: to know you, the only true God, and the one whom you sent—Jesus the Messiah. NET Bible Now this is eternal life--that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you sent. New Heart English Bible This is everlasting life, that they may know you, the only true God, and him whom you sent, Jesus Christ. Webster's Bible Translation And this is life eternal, that they may know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent. Weymouth New Testament And in this consists the Life of the Ages--in knowing Thee the only true God and Jesus Christ whom Thou hast sent. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleNow this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom You have sent. World English Bible This is eternal life, that they should know you, the only true God, and him whom you sent, Jesus Christ. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand this is the continuous life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Him whom You sent—Jesus Christ; Berean Literal Bible Now this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom You sent. Young's Literal Translation and this is the life age-during, that they may know Thee, the only true God, and him whom Thou didst send -- Jesus Christ; Smith's Literal Translation And this is eternal life, that they might know thee the only true God, and whom thou hast sent, Jesus Christ. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleNow this is eternal life: That they may know thee, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent. Catholic Public Domain Version And this is eternal life: that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent. New American Bible Now this is eternal life, that they should know you, the only true God, and the one whom you sent, Jesus Christ. New Revised Standard Version And this is eternal life, that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd this is life eternal, that they might know you, that you are the only true God, even the one who sent Jesus Christ. Aramaic Bible in Plain English “But these things are eternal life: 'They shall know you, for you alone are The God of Truth, and Yeshua The Messiah whom you have sent.' “ NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd this is life eternal, to know thee, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom thou has sent. Godbey New Testament Haweis New Testament and this is eternal life, that they should know thee the only true God, and him whom thou hast sent, Jesus, the Messiah. Mace New Testament and this is life eternal, to acknowledge thee to be the only true God, and Jesus to be the Messiah whom thou hast sent. Weymouth New Testament And in this consists the Life of the Ages--in knowing Thee the only true God and Jesus Christ whom Thou hast sent. Worrell New Testament Worsley New Testament Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Prayer for the Son…2For You granted Him authority over all people, so that He may give eternal life to all those You have given Him. 3Now this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only TRUE God, and Jesus Christ, whom You have sent. 4I have glorified You on earth by accomplishing the work You gave Me to do.… Cross References Now this is eternal life, 1 John 5:11-12 And this is that testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in His Son. / Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life. Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. John 6:47 Truly, truly, I tell you, he who believes has eternal life. that they may know You, Jeremiah 9:23-24 This is what the LORD says: “Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, nor the strong man in his strength, nor the wealthy man in his riches. / But let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows Me, that I am the LORD, who exercises loving devotion, justice and righteousness on the earth—for I delight in these things,” declares the LORD. Hosea 6:3 So let us know—let us press on to know the LORD. As surely as the sun rises, He will appear; He will come to us like the rain, like the spring showers that water the earth. Philippians 3:10 I want to know Christ and the power of His resurrection and the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed to Him in His death, the only true God, 1 Thessalonians 1:9 For they themselves report what kind of welcome you gave us, and how you turned to God from idols to serve the living and true God Isaiah 45:5 I am the LORD, and there is no other; there is no God but Me. I will equip you for battle, though you have not known Me, Deuteronomy 6:4 Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is One. and Jesus Christ, Matthew 16:16 Simon Peter answered, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” Acts 2:36 Therefore let all Israel know with certainty that God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Christ!” Philippians 2:11 and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. whom You have sent. 1 John 4:14 And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent His Son to be the Savior of the world. Galatians 4:4 But when the time had fully come, God sent His Son, born of a woman, born under the law, John 3:34 For the One whom God has sent speaks the words of God, for God gives the Spirit without limit. John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that everyone who believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. Treasury of Scripture And this is life eternal, that they might know you the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent. this. John 17:25 O righteous Father, the world hath not known thee: but I have known thee, and these have known that thou hast sent me. John 8:19,54,55 Then said they unto him, Where is thy Father? Jesus answered, Ye neither know me, nor my Father: if ye had known me, ye should have known my Father also… 1 Chronicles 28:9 And thou, Solomon my son, know thou the God of thy father, and serve him with a perfect heart and with a willing mind: for the LORD searcheth all hearts, and understandeth all the imaginations of the thoughts: if thou seek him, he will be found of thee; but if thou forsake him, he will cast thee off for ever. the only. John 14:9,10 Jesus saith unto him, Have I been so long time with you, and yet hast thou not known me, Philip? he that hath seen me hath seen the Father; and how sayest thou then, Shew us the Father? … 2 Chronicles 15:3 Now for a long season Israel hath been without the true God, and without a teaching priest, and without law. Jeremiah 10:10 But the LORD is the true God, he is the living God, and an everlasting king: at his wrath the earth shall tremble, and the nations shall not be able to abide his indignation. and Jesus. John 3:17,34 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved… John 5:36,37 But I have greater witness than that of John: for the works which the Father hath given me to finish, the same works that I do, bear witness of me, that the Father hath sent me… John 6:27-29,57 Labour not for the meat which perisheth, but for that meat which endureth unto everlasting life, which the Son of man shall give unto you: for him hath God the Father sealed… Jump to Previous Age-During Ages Christ Consists Eternal Jesus Life True.Jump to Next Age-During Ages Christ Consists Eternal Jesus Life True.John 17 1. Jesus prays to his Father.Now this is eternal life Eternal life is a central theme in the Gospel of John, emphasizing not just a future promise but a present reality for believers. In the Jewish context, eternal life was often associated with the age to come, but Jesus redefines it as a present relationship with God. This phrase highlights the qualitative aspect of eternal life, focusing on a deep, personal relationship with God rather than merely an unending existence. that they may know You the only true God and Jesus Christ whom You have sent Persons / Places / Events 1. Jesus ChristThe speaker of this verse, Jesus is praying to the Father. He is the central figure of the New Testament, the Son of God, and the Savior of humanity. 2. God the Father Referred to as "the only true God" in this verse, He is the recipient of Jesus' prayer and the one who sent Jesus into the world. 3. Eternal Life A key concept in Christian theology, eternal life is described here as knowing God and Jesus Christ. It is not just a future promise but a present reality for believers. 4. The Disciples While not directly mentioned in this verse, they are the immediate audience of Jesus' prayer in John 17, representing all believers. 5. The World The broader context of Jesus' prayer includes His mission to the world and the disciples' role in it. Teaching Points Understanding Eternal LifeEternal life is not merely a future hope but a present relationship with God through Jesus Christ. It involves an intimate knowledge of God, which transforms our daily lives. The Exclusivity of Salvation Jesus identifies the Father as "the only true God," emphasizing the exclusivity of salvation through Christ alone. This challenges believers to hold firm to the truth of the Gospel in a pluralistic world. The Importance of Knowing God Knowing God is more than intellectual assent; it is a relational and experiential knowledge that impacts how we live. This calls for a deep, personal relationship with God through prayer, study, and obedience. Mission and Purpose As Jesus was sent by the Father, believers are also sent into the world to make God known. This mission is rooted in the knowledge of God and His love. Prayer as a Means of Knowing God Jesus' prayer in John 17 models how prayer is a vital means of growing in our knowledge of God and aligning our will with His purposes. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of John 17:3?2. How does John 17:3 define eternal life in a personal relationship with God? 3. What does "know You, the only true God" imply about our daily priorities? 4. How can we deepen our knowledge of "Jesus Christ, whom You have sent"? 5. How does John 17:3 connect with the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20? 6. In what ways can we live out the truth of John 17:3 today? 7. What does John 17:3 reveal about eternal life and knowing God? 8. How does John 17:3 define eternal life differently from other religious perspectives? 9. Why is knowing God and Jesus essential for eternal life according to John 17:3? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from John 17? 11. If Jesus is God, why does He call the Father "the only true God" (John 17:3)? 12. What does it mean to truly know God? 13. What are the benefits of studying theology? 14. What rewards await us in heaven? What Does John 17:3 Mean Now this is eternal life• Eternal life is not merely endless existence; it is a present possession (John 5:24) and a future promise (John 6:40). • Scripture equates eternal life with receiving God’s gift through faith in His Son (John 3:16; Romans 6:23). • It begins the moment we believe and continues forever, underscoring the assurance Jesus offers (1 John 5:11-13). that they may know You • “Know” speaks of personal relationship, not detached information (Jeremiah 9:23-24). • Salvation is relational: God calls us into fellowship with Himself (1 Corinthians 1:9). • Obedience flows from this knowledge; those who know Him keep His commands (1 John 2:3-4). • The Lord delights in being known by His people (Hosea 6:6), so eternal life centers on intimate communion. the only true God • Scripture affirms the exclusivity of the one living God (Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 45:5). • All other “gods” are idols; the Father alone deserves worship (1 Corinthians 8:4-6). • Eternal life rests on recognizing God’s uniqueness and rejecting counterfeit deities (Psalm 115:3-8). • This declaration guards the faith from syncretism and underscores the trustworthiness of the biblical revelation. and Jesus Christ • Eternal life cannot be separated from Jesus, the incarnate Word (John 1:14). • He is “the way and the truth and the life” (John 14:6), the one mediator between God and humanity (1 Timothy 2:5). • Redemption is in His blood (Colossians 1:19-20), and salvation is found in no one else (Acts 4:12). • Knowing God necessarily includes knowing His Son, for the Father is made known through Him (John 14:9). whom You have sent • The Father’s mission for the Son underscores divine initiative (Galatians 4:4-5). • Jesus’ sending fulfills prophecy and reveals God’s love (Isaiah 61:1-2; 1 John 4:9-10). • His works and words confirm His heavenly commission (John 3:34; 5:36-37). • Belief in the sent Son unites us to the Father, anchoring eternal life in the completed mission of Christ (John 20:21; Hebrews 9:26). summary Eternal life, according to Jesus, hinges on a living relationship with the one true God made possible through the sent Son, Jesus Christ. It is present and assured, rooted in God’s exclusivity, revealed through intimate knowledge of Him, and secured by the accomplished mission of His Son. (3) And this is life eternal.--For these words, which are more frequent in St. John than in any other of the New Testament writers, comp. John 3:15-16; John 3:36; John 5:24; John 5:39; John 6:27; John 6:40; John 6:47; John 6:54; John 6:68; John 10:28; John 12:25; John 12:50; 1John 1:2; 1John 2:15; 1John 3:15; 1John 5:11; 1John 5:13; 1John 5:20. The thought of the previous verse is that the Messianic work of Christ is to give eternal life to those whom God has given Him. The thought of the following verse is that He has accomplished this work. In this verse He shows in what its accomplishment consists--viz., in revealing to men the only true God through Jesus Christ. . . . Verse 3. - The life eternal, of which Jesus has just spoken, is this (cf. for construction, John 15:12; 1 John 3:11, 23; 1 John 5:3), that they might know - should come to know - thee, the only veritable God. All ideas of God which deviate from or fall short of "the Father" revealed to us by Christ, are not the veritable God, and the knowledge of them is not life eternal. The Father is here set forth as the fens Deitatis. This does not exclude "the Son," but is inconceivable without him. The Fatherhood expresses an eternal relation. The one element involves the ether as integral to itself: "I am in the Father, and the Father in me." There is a knowledge of the Father possible even now. "Henceforth, he has said, ye have seen him, and known him;" yet not till the veil is lifted, and we see face to face, shall we know as we are known (1 Corinthians 13:12; 1 John 3:2), shall we see him as he is. And him whom thou didst send, Jesus the Christ (not Jesus to be, or as Christ, but rather "Jesus the Christ," as the expansion and explanation of the more indefinite term, "him whom thou didst scud"). Why does our Lord add to this expression one that at first sight seems so incompatible with the idea of this prayer? It has led so careful and reverential a commentator as Westcott to remove the difficulty by supposing that the whole verse is a gloss of the evangelist, expressing the sense of what our Lord may have uttered at greater length. We are loath to admit this method of exegesis, especially as the sole reasons for it are the supposed strangeness of our Lord's here using a phrase so unaccustomed, and thus giving himself not only his Personal Name, but his own official title. It is unusual. The phrase does undoubtedly belong to a later period for its current and constant use. Yet it must not be forgotten(1) that this is a unique moment in his career, and unique expressions may be anticipated; (2) that it was calculated to strengthen his disciples, to allow them to hear once from his own lips the solemn claim to Messiahship (see Godet); (3) that John himself at once adopted it as his own (Acts 3:6, 20; 1 John 1:3; 1 John 2:1, 22; 1 John 3:22; 1 John 4:2, 3; 1 John 5:1-20; Revelation 1:1, 2, 5); moreover, . . . Greek Nowδέ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. this αὕτη (hautē) Demonstrative Pronoun - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 3778: This; he, she, it. is ἐστιν (estin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. eternal αἰώνιος (aiōnios) Adjective - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 166: From aion; perpetual. life, ζωὴ (zōē) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 2222: Life, both of physical (present) and of spiritual (particularly future) existence. From zao; life. 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 know γινώσκωσιν (ginōskōsin) Verb - Present Subjunctive Active - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 1097: A prolonged form of a primary verb; to 'know' in a great variety of applications and with many implications. You, σὲ (se) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 2nd Person Singular Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. the τὸν (ton) Article - Accusative 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. only μόνον (monon) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3441: Only, solitary, desolate. Probably from meno; remaining, i.e. Sole or single; by implication, mere. TRUE ἀληθινὸν (alēthinon) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 228: True (lit: made of truth), real, genuine. From alethes; truthful. God, Θεὸν (Theon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. Jesus Ἰησοῦν (Iēsoun) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. Christ, Χριστόν (Christon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 5547: Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus. whom ὃν (hon) Personal / Relative Pronoun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3739: Who, which, what, that. You have sent. ἀπέστειλας (apesteilas) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 2nd Person Singular Strong's 649: From apo and stello; set apart, i.e. to send out literally or figuratively. Links John 17:3 NIVJohn 17:3 NLT John 17:3 ESV John 17:3 NASB John 17:3 KJV John 17:3 BibleApps.com John 17:3 Biblia Paralela John 17:3 Chinese Bible John 17:3 French Bible John 17:3 Catholic Bible NT Gospels: John 17:3 This is eternal life that they should (Jhn Jo Jn) |
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