Hereafter I will not talk much with you: for the prince of this world cometh, and hath nothing in me.
I won't be talking with you much longer because the ruler of this world is coming, but he has no power over me.
Even when darkness shows up, it can't touch what's truly pure.
📚 Historical Context
In John 14:30, Jesus is speaking to his disciples during the Last Supper, a pivotal moment in the days leading up to his arrest and crucifixion, as recorded in the Gospel of John. He uses the term "prince of this world" to refer to Satan, highlighting the spiritual conflict between good and evil in a first-century Jewish and Roman context where demonic forces were understood to influence the world. This statement underscores Jesus' sinless nature, preparing his followers for his impending suffering and victory.
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