KJV ORIGINAL
Verily, verily, I say unto you, Except a corn of wheat fall into the ground and die, it abideth alone: but if it die, it bringeth forth much fruit.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
I'm telling you the truth — unless a seed falls to the ground and dies, it stays just a single seed. But when it dies, it grows into something that produces tons of fruit.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes you have to let go of what you are to become what you're meant to be.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
The Gospel of John, traditionally attributed to John the Apostle, was likely written for a community of believers and potential converts in the late first century CE. It was written to affirm Jesus' divine identity, encourage belief among its readers, and provide a distinct account of his life and teachings.
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