Expositor's Bible Commentary Commentary John 17:22

"And the glory which thou hast given me I have given unto them; that they may be one, even as we [are] one;" — John 17:22 (ASV)

The “glory” (GK 1518) the Father has given Jesus is the triumphant task of redeeming the human race to God (cf. Hebrews 2:9–10). By sharing in his calling, they participate in his glory and are united with him and with one another. God and humankind are together involved in bringing the new creation into being. The effect of this united testimony is a confirmation of the divine mission of Jesus and of God’s love for believers.