Translations
Modern
But since you do not believe what he wrote, how will you believe what I say?”
Traditional
But if ye believe not his writings, how shall ye believe my words?
Literal
But if you do not believe his writings, how will you believe My words?”
Latin
Si autem illius litteris non creditis, quomodo verbis meis credetis?
Original
Greek
English
But since you do not believe what he wrote, how will you believe what I say?”
Notes
Jewish trials were meant to discover the truth. The goal was to decide whether the charges were true or false.
If people were falsely accused, they could show that they were innocent. He could also bring charges against those who had accused him. In this situation, Jesus did that.
Theme notes and profiles
Events
- Bethesda pool healingc. AD 28
Parallels
Glossary
Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) John, Gospel of Numbers, Book of
Topics
Unbelief: General Scriptures Concerning Unbelief: The Jewish Leaders Word of God: Unbelief In