John 4:26
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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Jesus saith unto her, I - am he - Our Lord never spoke in such direct terms concerning himself to his own countrymen; nor even to his own disciples, till a little before his death. The reason given by Bishop Pearce is the following: The woman being alone when Jesus said it, and being a Samaritan, he had no reason to apprehend that the Samaritans, if they knew his claim, would disturb his ministry before the time of his suffering came; which seems to have been the reason why he concealed it so long from his own countrymen.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
I that speak . . . am he--He scarce ever said anything like this to His own people, the Jews. He had magnified them to the woman, and yet to themselves He is to the last far more reserved than to her--proving rather than plainly telling them He was the Christ. But what would not have been safe among them was safe enough with her, whose simplicity at this stage of the conversation appears from the sequel to have become perfect. What now will the woman say? We listen, the scene has changed, a new party arrives, the disciples have been to Sychar, at some distance, to buy bread, and on their return are astonished at the company their Lord has been holding in their absence.
John Gill Bible Commentary
Jesus saith unto her,.... Upon her making mention of the Messiah, of his coming, and of his work, he took the opportunity of making himself known unto her: I that speak unto thee am he; the Messiah; see Isa 52:6. This is a wonderful instance of the grace of Christ to this woman, that he should make himself known in so clear and plain a manner, to so mean a person, and so infamous a creature as she had been: we never find that he ever made so clear a discovery of himself, in such express terms, to any, as to her, unless it were to his immediate disciples; and these he would sometimes charge not to tell who he was.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
4:26 I Am the Messiah (Greek reads “I am, the one speaking to you”): Jesus’ phrase was unusual and emphatic, and it suggests identity with God (see 8:58; Exod 3:14).
John 4:26
Jesus and the Samaritan Woman
25The woman said, “I know that Messiah” (called Christ) “is coming. When He comes, He will explain everything to us.”26Jesus answered, “I who speak to you am He.”
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Jesus Is Precious Because He Gives Eternal Life
By John Piper93134:53Preciousness Of JesusMAT 6:33JHN 4:26JHN 7:2JHN 10:3JHN 10:22In this sermon, the preacher describes a scene from the Bible where Jesus walks on water during a storm. The preacher emphasizes the strength and power of Jesus, who is not afraid even in the face of the storm. The sermon then transitions to a scene from the listener's own life, imagining their own death in a hospital. The preacher reassures the listener that Jesus will be there to save them, just as he saved Peter from sinking in the water. The sermon concludes by emphasizing the preciousness of Jesus because he gives eternal life.
Jehovah. the "I am."
By Arno Clemens Gaebelein0EXO 3:14JHN 4:26JHN 6:35JHN 8:58JHN 9:5JHN 10:11JHN 11:25JHN 14:6JHN 15:1REV 22:16Arno Clemens Gaebelein preaches about the significance of God revealing Himself as the 'I Am' to Moses in the burning bush, a title that Jesus Christ also claimed for Himself in the New Testament, asserting His divinity and eternal existence. Jesus used the 'I Am' title multiple times, causing astonishment and even causing His enemies to fall to the ground in recognition of His power and authority. Beyond these instances, Jesus also described Himself as the Bread of Life, the Light of the World, the Good Shepherd, the Resurrection and the Life, the Way, the Truth, the Life, and the true Vine, emphasizing His multifaceted role in the lives of believers.
The Claim of Christ
By W.H. Griffith Thomas0MAT 3:15MAT 16:17JHN 4:26JHN 5:18JHN 10:30JHN 10:33JHN 14:9JHN 14:11JHN 14:26JHN 19:7W.H. Griffith Thomas delves into the multifaceted claims of Jesus Christ, highlighting His self-proclaimed roles as the Messiah of the Jews, the Redeemer of Mankind, the Master of Mankind, the Judge of Mankind, and even claiming the prerogatives of God Himself. These claims, supported by His distinctive titles like 'Son of Man' and 'Son of God,' challenge believers to ponder the unique consciousness of Christ and the weight of His divine identity. Despite His humility, Jesus asserted unparalleled authority and relationship with God, leaving humanity with the profound dilemma of acknowledging Him as either God or not a good man.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Jesus saith unto her, I - am he - Our Lord never spoke in such direct terms concerning himself to his own countrymen; nor even to his own disciples, till a little before his death. The reason given by Bishop Pearce is the following: The woman being alone when Jesus said it, and being a Samaritan, he had no reason to apprehend that the Samaritans, if they knew his claim, would disturb his ministry before the time of his suffering came; which seems to have been the reason why he concealed it so long from his own countrymen.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
I that speak . . . am he--He scarce ever said anything like this to His own people, the Jews. He had magnified them to the woman, and yet to themselves He is to the last far more reserved than to her--proving rather than plainly telling them He was the Christ. But what would not have been safe among them was safe enough with her, whose simplicity at this stage of the conversation appears from the sequel to have become perfect. What now will the woman say? We listen, the scene has changed, a new party arrives, the disciples have been to Sychar, at some distance, to buy bread, and on their return are astonished at the company their Lord has been holding in their absence.
John Gill Bible Commentary
Jesus saith unto her,.... Upon her making mention of the Messiah, of his coming, and of his work, he took the opportunity of making himself known unto her: I that speak unto thee am he; the Messiah; see Isa 52:6. This is a wonderful instance of the grace of Christ to this woman, that he should make himself known in so clear and plain a manner, to so mean a person, and so infamous a creature as she had been: we never find that he ever made so clear a discovery of himself, in such express terms, to any, as to her, unless it were to his immediate disciples; and these he would sometimes charge not to tell who he was.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
4:26 I Am the Messiah (Greek reads “I am, the one speaking to you”): Jesus’ phrase was unusual and emphatic, and it suggests identity with God (see 8:58; Exod 3:14).