KJV ORIGINAL
There is another that beareth witness of me; and I know that the witness which he witnesseth of me is true.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
There's someone else who speaks up for me, and I know that what he says about me is completely true.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
When God backs you up, you know it's real.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of John, chapter 5, Jesus is in Jerusalem and has just healed a man at the pool of Bethesda on the Sabbath, which angered the Jewish leaders for violating their traditions. Jesus defends himself by referring to another witness, likely God the Father, who testifies to his divine authority and mission. This context highlights the ongoing conflict between Jesus and the religious authorities over his claims to be from God.
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