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John 16:5

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
But now I go my way to him that sent me; and none of you asketh me, Whither goest thou?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

But now I'm heading back to the one who sent me, and none of you are even asking me where I'm going.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Jesus is leaving and his friends are too caught up in their feelings to ask the important questions.

📚 Historical Context

In the Gospel of John, Jesus is speaking to his disciples during his final hours before his arrest, as part of his farewell discourse after the Last Supper. He is explaining his imminent departure to return to God the Father who sent him, amid growing tension and sorrow among the disciples. Despite his words, the disciples are so absorbed in their grief that they fail to ask about his destination, highlighting their confusion and lack of full understanding.

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