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A Heavenly Home for All
Commentators clarify that "my Father's house" refers to heaven. The phrase "many mansions" does not primarily suggest different levels of glory, but rather the comforting assurance that there is ample, secure space for every believer. The original Greek word for "mansion" simply means a dwelling or abiding place, emphasizing the promise of a permanent, personal home with God.
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Albert Barnes
On John 14:2–3
18th Century
Theologian
In my Father's house. Most interpreters understand this as referring to heaven, as the special dwelling-place or palace of God; b…
AT Robertson
On John 14:2
Mansions (μονα). Old word from μενω, to abide, abiding places, in N.T. only here and verse 23. There are many resting-places in th…
Charles Ellicott
On John 14:2
19th Century
Bishop
In my Father’s house are many mansions.—The Greek word used for “house” here is slightly different from that used for the…
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Charles Spurgeon
On John 14:2
19th Century
Preacher
In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.
There is no room…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On John 14:2
In spite of the threatening circumstances, Jesus spoke with calm assurance of the divine provision for them and took for granted that they would ha…
John Calvin
On John 14:2
16th Century
Theologian
In my Father’s house are many dwellings. Since the absence of Christ was a cause of grief, he declares that he does not go away in such a …
John Gill
On John 14:2
17th Century
Pastor
In my Father's house are many mansions
This he says to draw off their minds from an earthly kingdom to an heavenly o…
Matthew Henry
On John 14:1–11
17th Century
Minister
Here are three words, upon any of which stress may be laid. Upon the word troubled. Do not be cast down and disquieted. Upon the word heart. Let yo…