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But he said this about the Spirit, which those believing in him were to receive. For the Holy Spirit was not yet given, because Jesus wasn`t yet glorified.
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A New Era of the Spirit
Commentators explain that the phrase "the Spirit was not yet given" does not mean the Holy Spirit didn't exist or was inactive. Instead, it refers to a new, more abundant outpouring. While the Spirit was active in the Old Testament saints, the full measure seen at Pentecost was reserved for after Jesus's work was complete, inaugurating a new era for all believers.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Of the Spirit. This refers to the Holy Spirit, who would be sent down to accompany their preaching and to convert sinners.
For …
Which (ου). Genitive by attraction of the relative ο (accusative singular object of λαμβανειν) to the case of του πνευματος (the S…
19th Century
Anglican
The word “given” is omitted in nearly all manuscripts except the Vatican. “Holy” before Ghost is also probably an insertion, though it is found in …
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Baptist
(But this spoke he of the Spirit, whom those who believe on him should receive: for the Holy Ghost was not yet given; because that Jesus was no…
John’s statement shows that the passion of Christ was the important aspect of Jesus’ revelation about the Holy Spirit, for it divided the era of la…
16th Century
Protestant
But this He spoke of the Spirit. The word water is sometimes applied to the Spirit because of its purity, as it is His r…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
But this spoke he of the Spirit These are the words of the evangelist, explaining the figurative expressions of Christ; showin…
On the last day of the Feast of Tabernacles, the Jews drew water and poured it out before the Lord. It is thought that Christ alluded to this. If a…
13th Century
Catholic
After our Lord told them about the origin and teacher of His doctrine, as well as its purpose, He now invites them to accept His teaching…
