John 21:7
What does John 21:7 mean?
A plain-English look at John 21:7 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
What John 21:7 means
Observing the miraculous catch, the "disciple whom Jesus loved" (traditionally identified as John) immediately understood the significance of the event and declared, "It is the Lord." Simon Peter, upon hearing this recognition, swiftly and impulsively responded. He wrapped his outer garment around himself, as he was likely working in his undergarment, and plunged into the sea, eager to reach Jesus on the shore. Peter's characteristic impetuousness highlights his devotion and desire to be near Christ.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000That disciple therefore whom Jesus loved saith unto Peter, It is the Lord. So when Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he girt his coat about him (for he was naked), and cast himself into the sea.
KJV
King James Version · 1611Therefore 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.
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901That disciple therefore whom Jesus loved saith unto Peter, It is the Lord. So when Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he girt his coat about him (for he was naked), and cast himself into the sea.
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949So the disciple who was dear to Jesus said to Peter, It is the Lord! Hearing that it was the Lord, Peter put his coat round him (because he was not clothed) and went into the sea.
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862That disciple, therefore, whom Jesus was loving saith to Peter, `The Lord it is!' Simon Peter, therefore, having heard that it is the Lord, did gird on the outer coat, (for he was naked,) and did cast himself into the sea;
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752That disciple therefore whom Jesus loved said to Peter: It is the Lord. Simon Peter, when he heard that it was the Lord, girt his coat about him (for he was naked) and cast himself into the sea.
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890That disciple therefore whom Jesus loved says to Peter, It is the Lord. Simon Peter therefore, having heard that it was the Lord, girded his overcoat [on him] (for he was naked), and cast himself into the sea;
Context
Following the miraculous catch, this verse marks the moment of recognition, initiated by the 'disciple whom Jesus loved.' This leads directly to Peter's immediate and dramatic response, illustrating his passionate personality and devotion to Jesus. This recognition and Peter's swift action build the emotional intensity of the scene, moving from an unknown figure to the undeniable presence of the resurrected Christ.
v.6And he said unto them, Cast the net on the right side of the boat, and ye shall find. They cast therefore, and now they were not able to draw it for the multitude of fishes.
v.7This passage
v.8But the other disciples came in the little boat (for they were not far from the land, but about two hundred cubits off), dragging the net full of fishes.
Cross references
Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Psalms 118:23
This is Jehovah’s doing; It is marvellous in our eyes.
- Mark 11:3
And if any one say unto you, Why do ye this? say ye, The Lord hath need of him; and straightway he will send him back hither.
- John 19:26
When Jesus therefore saw his mother, and the disciple standing by whom he loved, he saith unto his mother, Woman, behold, thy son!
- John 20:2
She runneth therefore, and cometh to Simon Peter, and to the other disciple whom Jesus loved, and saith unto them, They have taken away the Lord out of the tomb, and we know not where they have laid him.
- John 13:23
There was at the table reclining in Jesus’ bosom one of his disciples, whom Jesus loved.
- Luke 2:11
for there is born to you this day in the city of David a Saviour, who is Christ the Lord.
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