John 10:1

"John."

Key Reflection

In John 10:1, Jesus refers to himself as "the good shepherd," highlighting his role in guiding and protecting his flock spiritually. The use of "John" here likely denotes the apostle, whom Jesus addresses directly as a key disciple in this discourse on divine leadership and identity.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 1. Verily, verily. See Barnes "Joh 3:3". I say unto you. Some have supposed that what follows here was delivered on some other occasion than the one mentioned in the last chapter; but the expression verily, verily, is one which is not used at the commencement of a discourse, and the discourse itself seems to be a continuation of what was said before. The Pharisees professed to be the guides or shepherds of the people. Jesus, in the close of the last chapter, had charged them with being blind, and of course of being unqualified to lead the people.

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