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After Jesus said all this, he looked up toward heaven and prayed, 'Father, it's time. Let your glory shine through me so I can shine it right back to you.'
Jesus knew his moment had come and was ready to bring glory to God through what was about to happen.
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King James Version · EnglishThese words spake Jesus, and lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said, Father, the hour is come; glorify thy Son, that thy Son also may glorify thee:Ask the AI Assistant
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📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of John, this verse marks the start of Jesus' High Priestly Prayer, spoken during the Last Supper just before his arrest and crucifixion. Jesus is addressing God the Father, reflecting on the fulfillment of his earthly mission as the Messiah. At this pivotal moment, "the hour" refers to the divine timeline leading to his suffering, death, and ultimate glorification through resurrection.