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John 8:18

John 8:18
I am one that bear witness of myself, and the Father that sent me beareth witness of me.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

These words spake Jesus in the treasury,.... The place where the thirteen chests stood, into which the people put their voluntary contributions for the sacrifices, and service of the temple: the…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

I am one that bear witness of myself - In human courts a man is not allowed to bear witness of himself, because he has a personal interest in the case, and the court could have no proof of the…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

John 8:12-20

The rest of the chapter is taken up with debates between Christ and contradicting sinners, who cavilled at the most gracious words that proceeded out of his mouth. It is not certain whether these…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

I am one that bear witness of myself Or, It is I who bear witness of Myself (in My words and works), and there beareth witness of Me the Father, who sent Me (in Scripture and the voice from Heaven).