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He said to them, "You are from beneath. I am from above. You are of this world. I am not of this world.
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A Tale of Two Worlds
Jesus draws a sharp line between two realities. Commentators explain that 'from beneath' and 'of this world' describe a human perspective that is earthly, carnal, and limited. In contrast, 'from above' and 'not of this world' point to Jesus' divine origin, heavenly nature, and spiritual perspective. This isn't about location, but about a fundamental difference in their very being and worldview.
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John
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18th Century
Presbyterian
You are from beneath. The expression from beneath, here, is opposed to the phrase from above.
It means, You are
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19th Century
Anglican
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Baptist
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16th Century
Protestant
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
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Catholic
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