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John 21:7
Then the disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, “It is the Lord!” As soon as Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put on his outer garment (for he had removed it) and jumped into the sea.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The beloved disciple speaks to Peter after the catch of fish, declaring the identity of the figure on shore. Peter immediately dresses and leaps into the water upon hearing the announcement.
The words — ἠγάπα (ēgapa) literally means “was loving,” denoting the established relationship between Jesus and the disciple. οὖν (oun) translates as “therefore,” structuring the narrative sequence following the miraculous catch.
The thread — The beloved disciple appears reclining beside Jesus at the Last Supper (John 13:23) and standing near the cross (John 19:26). Peter’s physical movement toward Jesus parallels his earlier request to approach Christ on the water (Matthew 14:28).
Why it lands — The text records a verbal identification followed by immediate physical response. It requires readers to acknowledge Jesus’ presence and act without delay.
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The Greek words
King James Version
Therefore that disciple whom Jesus loved saith unto Peter, It is the Lord. Now when Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he girt his fisher’s coat unto him, (for he was naked,) and did cast himself into the sea.
Cross-references
- John 13:23 One of His disciples, the one whom Jesus loved, was reclining at His side.
- Matthew 14:28 “Lord, if it is You,” Peter replied, “command me to come to You on the water.”
- John 19:26 When Jesus saw His mother and the disciple whom He loved standing nearby, He said to His mother, “Woman, here is your son.”
- John 20:2 So she came running to Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one whom Jesus loved. “They have taken the Lord out of the tomb,” she said, “and we do not know where they have put Him!”
- John 21:24 This is the disciple who testifies to these things and who has written them down. And we know that his testimony is true.
- John 21:20 Peter turned and saw the disciple whom Jesus loved following them. He was the one who had leaned back against Jesus at the supper to ask, “Lord, who is going to betray You?”
- 2 Corinthians 5:14 For Christ’s love compels us, because we are convinced that One died for all, therefore all died.
- Psalms 118:23 This is from the LORD, and it is marvelous in our eyes.
- Song of Solomon 8:7 Mighty waters cannot quench love; rivers cannot sweep it away. If a man were to give all the wealth of his house for love, his offer would be utterly scorned.
- Mark 11:3 If anyone asks, ‘Why are you doing this?’ tell him, ‘The Lord needs it and will return it shortly.’”