Bible Strands
John 14:29
And now I have told you before it happens, so that when it does happen, you will believe.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Jesus addresses his disciples during the Last Supper, framing his imminent departure and the coming trial. He speaks this warning immediately after explaining his return to the Father and immediately before announcing the approach of the prince of this world.
The words — The Greek εἴρηκα (eirēka) literally means "I have told," marking a completed declaration, while ἵνα (ina) functions as a purpose conjunction meaning "that." These terms structure the verse as a deliberate advance notice designed to produce a specific response.
The thread — The text records this same forewarning pattern in John 13:19 and John 16:4, where Jesus explicitly states he speaks beforehand so his followers will remember and believe when events unfold.
Why it lands — The text asserts that Jesus’ advance predictions serve as objective proof for future belief. Readers must treat these foretold events as verified evidence rather than untested speculation.
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The Greek words
King James Version
And now I have told you before it come to pass, that, when it is come to pass, ye might believe.
Cross-references
- John 13:19 I am telling you now before it happens, so that when it comes to pass, you will believe that I am He.
- John 16:4 But I have told you these things so that when their hour comes, you will remember that I told you about them. I did not tell you these things from the beginning, because I was with you.
- Matthew 24:24 For false Christs and false prophets will appear and perform great signs and wonders to deceive even the elect, if that were possible.