Bible Strands
John 2:3
When the wine ran out, Jesus’ mother said to Him, “They have no more wine.”
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Jesus’ mother speaks to Him at a wedding feast when the wine supply is depleted.
The words — ὑστερὴσαντος (husterēsantos) literally means "when was running out," describing the wine's depletion, while λέγει (legei) is the present tense "says," marking her direct address to Him.
The thread — The text notes a practical shortage that parallels Philippians 4:6, which instructs bringing requests to God, and reflects the cultural significance of wine found in Psalms 104:15 and Ecclesiastes 10:19.
Why it lands — It requires the reader to present observed deficiencies directly to Jesus without presuming His timing or response.
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The Greek words
King James Version
And when they wanted wine, the mother of Jesus saith unto him, They have no wine.
Cross-references
- Psalms 104:15 wine that gladdens the heart of man, oil that makes his face to shine, and bread that sustains his heart.
- Philippians 4:6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
- Ecclesiastes 10:19 A feast is prepared for laughter, and wine makes life merry, but money is the answer for everything.
- Isaiah 24:11 In the streets they cry out for wine. All joy turns to gloom; rejoicing is exiled from the land.
- Matthew 26:28 This is My blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins.
- John 11:3 So the sisters sent word to Jesus, “Lord, the one You love is sick.”