KJV ORIGINAL
Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
I leave peace with you; I give you my peace. I don't give it to you the way the world gives gifts. Don't let your heart be troubled or afraid.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Jesus is promising his followers a deep, lasting peace that's completely different from anything the world can offer, and he tells them not to worry or be afraid.
📚 Historical Context
Jesus spoke these words to his disciples during the Last Supper, just hours before his crucifixion. The disciples were anxious and confused about Jesus leaving them, so he was comforting them with promises about the Holy Spirit and eternal peace. This was part of his farewell discourse, preparing them for the difficult times ahead.
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