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John 7:39

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial

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KJV ORIGINAL

(But this spake he of the Spirit, which they that believe on him should receive: for the Holy Ghost was not yet given; because that Jesus was not yet glorified.)

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

(He was talking about the Spirit that everyone who believes in him would receive later. The Holy Spirit hadn't been given yet because Jesus hadn't been glorified yet.)

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Jesus was basically giving a preview of the spiritual upgrade that was coming after his resurrection.

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