John 1:42 Meaning
And 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.
Context Explained
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.
44Now Philip was of Bethsaida, the city of Andrew and Peter.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Matthew 16:18
Jesus speaks of Peter's foundational role in the church, connecting to the renaming in John 1:42.
Galatians 2:9
Peter's role as a leader in the church is affirmed, echoing his new identity.
1 Peter 2:5
Peter is described as a living stone, reflecting his new identity in Christ.
Source: John 1:42