John 1:41 Meaning
He first findeth his own brother Simon, and saith unto him, We have found the Messias, which is, being interpreted, the Christ.
Context Explained
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.
42And he brought him to Jesus. And when Jesus beheld him, he said, Thou art Simon the son of Jona: thou shalt be called Cephas, which is by interpretation, A stone.
43The day following Jesus would go forth into Galilee, and findeth Philip, and saith unto him, Follow me.
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Related Cross References
Matthew 16:16
Peter acknowledges Jesus as the Messiah, fulfilling the declaration in John 1:41.
John 4:25
The Samaritan woman refers to the Messiah, connecting to the theme of Jesus as the Christ.
Acts 2:36
Peter proclaims Jesus as Lord and Christ, echoing the recognition in John 1:41.
Source: John 1:41