John 17:16

Prayer for the Disciples · John 17:6–19
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Translations

Modern
They are not of the world, just as I am not of the world.
Traditional
They are not of the world, even as I am not of the world.
Literal
They are not of the world, as I am not of the world.
Latin
De mundo non sunt, sicut et ego non sum de mundo.

Interlinear

Greek
English
They are not of the world, just as I am not of the world.

Notes

Sanctify: This refers to purity gained by separation from the world, and living a life so aligned with God that it reflects Disciples are set apart by God, equipped by the Spirit, and prepared by God’s word to enter the world without being victimized by its darkness.

Jesus prayed for his disciples, who must continue his work after his departure.

This chapter contains the longest prayer of Jesus. People often refer to it as the "high priestly prayer." The prayer shows the deepest concerns and purposes of Jesus.

This prayer concludes his last words that began at 13:31. Jesus expressed his own concerns to his Father (17:1–8). He then expressed concerns for the church and its future (17:9–26).

Theme notes and profiles

Jesus’ Final Night Jesus’ Prayers The World

Events

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Glorification Intercession of Christ Jesus Christ Jesus Christ, Teachings of John, Gospel of Mediate, Mediator Prayer Presence of God Son of God World

Topics

Christian Minister: Character and Attributes of Intercessory Prayer: Christ Set an Example of Jesus, the Christ: Prayers of Jesus, the Christ: Relation of, to the Father Jesus, the Christ: Son of God Not of This World Pilgrims and Strangers: Described Prayer: However, See The Apostles were not of the World The Example of Christ: Conformity To, Required in Being not of the World the Prophet Christ: Declared his Doctrine to be That of the Father