And I know the Father (καγω γινωσκω τον πατερα). Hence he is qualified to reveal the Father (1:18). The comparison of the mutually…

As the Father knoweth me, etc. See Barnes, Matthew 11:27.

See Barnes, Luke 10:22.

I lay down my life…

As the Father knows me, so I know the Father.—A better rendering is ... and I know the Father. Our version, by i…

I am the good shepherd, and know my sheep, and am known of mine. As the Father knoweth me, even so know I the Father: and I lay down my life fo…

St. John Chrysostom: Two evil persons have been mentioned: one who kills and robs the sheep, and another who does not stop him…

The reaffirmation “I am the good shepherd” is based on knowledge of the sheep. “Know” (GK 1182) implies a relationship of trust and intimacy. The d…

As the Father knows me. It is unnecessary, and not even expedient, that we should enter into those thorny questions: How is it that the Fa…

As the Father knoweth me
These words, with what follow, are in connection with (John 10:14) ; and the se…

Christ is a good Shepherd. Many, who were not thieves, were yet careless in their duty, and by their neglect the flock was much hurt. Bad principle…

1. Here our Lord proves his explanation.

   • First, he restates what he intends to prove.
   • Second, he gives the proof, with…