John 1:39 Meaning
He saith unto them, Come and see. They came and saw where he dwelt, and abode with him that day: for it was about the tenth hour.
Context Explained
37And the two disciples heard him speak, and they followed Jesus.
38Then Jesus turned, and saw them following, and saith unto them, What seek ye? They said unto him, Rabbi, (which is to say, being interpreted, Master,) where dwellest thou?
39He saith unto them, Come and see. They came and saw where he dwelt, and abode with him that day: for it was about the tenth hour.
40One of the two which heard John speak, and followed him, was Andrew, Simon Peter's brother.
41He first findeth his own brother Simon, and saith unto him, We have found the Messias, which is, being interpreted, the Christ.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Matthew 11:28
Jesus invites all who are weary to come to Him, paralleling the invitation in John 1:39.
Revelation 3:20
Jesus invites us to fellowship with Him, similar to the invitation to 'come and see'.
John 14:6
Jesus declares Himself as the way, echoing the theme of seeking Him.
Source: John 1:39