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John 17

KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 17 of 21

1 Jesus spoke these things and lifted up His eyes to Heaven, and said, Father, the hour has come. Glorify Your Son, that Your Son may also glorify You,

2 Even as You gave to Him authority over all flesh, so that to all which You gave to Him, He may give to them everlasting life.

3 And this is everlasting life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, the One whom You sent.

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Chapter Summary

1 Christ prays to his Father. 20 to give them glory, and all other believers with Him in heaven.

Key Greek Words

δοξάζω glorify G1392
δόξα glory G1391
ἁγιάζω sanctify G37
εἷς one (in unity) G1520
αἰώνιος everlasting G166
ἀγάπη love G26

Cross-References

People & Context

Jesus Christ

Lifts His eyes to heaven and prays the High Priestly Prayer for Himself, His disciples, and all believers.

God the Father

The Holy and Righteous Father whom Jesus addresses, asking Him to glorify the Son and keep the disciples.

Timeline

The High Priestly Prayer

Jesus prays to the Father to be glorified, and intercedes for the protection, sanctification, and unity of His disciples.

John 17:1-26

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