Translations
Modern
Early in the morning He went back into the temple courts. All the people came to Him, and He sat down to teach them.
Traditional
And early in the morning he came again into the temple, and all the people came unto him; and he sat down, and taught them.
Literal
And early in the morning, again He came into the temple, and all the people were coming to Him. And having sat down, He was teaching them.
Latin
…et diluculo iterum venit in templum, et omnis populus venit ad eum, et sedens docebat eos.
Interlinear
Greek
English
Early in the morning He went back into the temple courts. All the people came to Him, and He sat down to teach them.
Notes
It is likely that someone added this story to John's Gospel later, since it is not in the earliest Greek manuscripts. However, it is likely a true story from the life of Jesus.
Theme notes and profiles
Encounters with Jesus Sin Enters the World The Spirit of the Law
Events
- Woman Caught in Adulteryc. AD 29
Glossary
Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) John, Gospel of Peter, the Apostle Versions of the Bible (English)
Topics
Early Rising: Christ Set an Example of Instruction in Religion Jesus, the Christ: Received Morning: The Jews: Went to the Temple In Women: The Woman Caught in the Act of Adultery and Brought to Jesus in the Temple