Translations
Modern
This is My command to you: Love one another.
Traditional
These things I command you, that ye love one another.
Literal
These things I command you, that you love one another.
Latin
Hæc mando vobis: ut diligatis invicem.
Original
Greek
English
This is My command to you: Love one another.
Notes
Jesus prepared his disciples for his departure, instructing them to remain in close fellowship with him. The image of a grapevine illustrates both intimacy and fruitfulness. To sustain genuine spiritual life in the world, believers must remain intimately connected to Christ.
Theme notes and profiles
“Belief” in the Gospel of John Jesus’ Final Night Our Advocate Remaining in Christ
Events
Glossary
Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Biblical Concept of Law Elect, Election First Letter of John Jesus Christ John, Gospel of
Topics
Commandments: Precepts of Jesus--Explicitly Stated, or Implied in Didactic Discourse Human Dignity Love of Man for Man The Apostles: Mutual Love Urged Upon