John 1:29 · KJV

"The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world."

King James Version

Passage Context

²⁷He it is, who coming after me is preferred before me, whose shoe's latchet I am not worthy to unloose.

²⁸These things were done in Bethabara beyond Jordan, where John was baptizing.

²⁹The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.

³⁰This is he of whom I said, After me cometh a man which is preferred before me: for he was before me.

³¹And I knew him not: but that he should be made manifest to Israel, therefore am I come baptizing with water.

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Reflection Questions

What does it mean for you that Jesus is the Lamb of God?

How do you see Jesus taking away sin in your life?

When have you experienced forgiveness and renewal?

Life Application

forgiveness

Reflect on the forgiveness you have received through Christ and extend that to others.

worship

Worship Jesus as the Lamb of God and acknowledge His sacrifice in your life.

People in This Verse

JesusNT

The central figure of Christianity, believed to be the Son of God and the Savior of humanity through His death and resurrection.

First appearance: Matthew 1:1

John the BaptistNT

John the Baptist was a prophetic figure who preached repentance and baptized Jesus, heralding the coming of the Messiah.

First appearance: Matthew 3:1

Places in This Verse

Jordan River(Jordan River today)

A significant river in the biblical narrative, marking the boundary between the wilderness and the Promised Land.

Connection to Jesus

messianic prophecy

John identifies Jesus as the Lamb of God, fulfilling the Old Testament sacrificial system and symbolizing redemption for sin.

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