A.T. Robertson Commentary John 5:41

"I receive not glory from men." — John 5:41 (ASV)

Glory from men (δοξαν παρα ανθρωπων). Mere honour and praise Jesus does not expect from men (verse 34). This is not wounded pride, for ambition is not Christ's motive. He is unlike the Jews (5:44; 12:43; Matthew 6:1f.) and seeks not his own glory, but the glory and fellowship of the Father (1:14; 2:11; 7:18). Paul did not seek glory from men (1 Thessalonians 2:6).