John 9:4

Translations

Modern

While it is daytime, we must do the works of Him who sent Me. Night is coming, when no one can work.

Traditional

I must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day: the night cometh, when no man can work.

Literal

It is necessary for us to work the works of the One having sent Me while it is day; night is coming, when no one is able to work.

Latin

Me oportet operari opera ejus qui misit me, donec dies est: venit nox, quando nemo potest operari:

Original

Greek

English

While it is daytime, we must do the works of Him who sent Me. Night is coming, when no one can work.

Notes

John 9:1–41

At the Feast of Tabernacles, Jesus claimed to be the light of the world (chapters 7–8; see 8:12). Now John tells about Jesus giving light, both physically and spiritually, to a blind man who lived in darkness (see 9:5).

The story ends with a surprising reversal (a complete change) of roles: The man who had been blind was assumed to live in spiritual darkness. Yet he came to see and accept God’s light. The Pharisees could see with their physical eyes. People thought they were spiritually enlightened (well taught and wise). However, they refused to believe. In the end, they were shown to be spiritually blind.

Theme notes and profiles

John’s Profile of Discipleship Miraculous Signs in the Gospel of John

Events

Blind Man Healedc. AD 29

Related verses

John 12:35
Then Jesus told them, “For a little while longer, the Light will be among you. Walk while you have the Light, so that darkness will not overtake you. The one who walks in the darkness does not know where he is going.
Ephesians 5:16
…redeeming the time, because the days are evil.
John 4:34
Jesus explained, “My food is to do the will of Him who sent Me and to finish His work.
Ecclesiastes 9:10
Whatever you find to do with your hands, do it with all your might, for in Sheol, where you are going, there is no work or planning or knowledge or wisdom.
John 11:9–10
Jesus answered, “Are there not twelve hours of daylight? If anyone walks in the daytime, he will not stumble, because he sees by the light of this world.
Galatians 6:10
Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to the family of faith.
John 17:4
I have glorified You on earth by accomplishing the work You gave Me to do.
Colossians 4:5
Act wisely toward outsiders, redeeming the time.
John 5:36
But I have testimony more substantial than that of John. For the works that the Father has given Me to accomplish—the very works I am doing—testify about Me that the Father has sent Me.
John 10:32
But Jesus responded, “I have shown you many good works from the Father. For which of these do you stone Me?”
John 10:37
If I am not doing the works of My Father, then do not believe Me.
Isaiah 38:18–19
For Sheol cannot thank You; Death cannot praise You. Those who descend to the Pit cannot hope for Your faithfulness.

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Blindness Day Heal, Healing Jesus Christ John, Gospel of Night Pool of Siloam

Topics

Blindness: The Miraculous Healing of a Man Born Blind Death: Preparation For Death: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Diligence: Required in the Service of God Jesus, the Christ: Obedience of Jesus, the Christ: Relation of, to the Father Natural Death: Consideration of, a Motive to Diligence Night used Figuratively Night: Death Night: Unsuitable for Labour Obedience: General Scriptures Concerning Religious Zeal: General Scriptures Concerning Sabbath: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Siloam: Jesus Directs the Blind Man Whom he had Healed to Wash In the Christ Jesus: Zeal of The Miracles of Christ: The Blind Restored to Sight Time Management

John 9:4

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