What does John 7:15 mean?

John 7:15 highlights themes such as wisdom, knowledge, authority when read in context.

How should I apply John 7:15 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

And the Jews marvelled, saying, How knoweth this man letters, having never learned?

13Howbeit no man spake openly of him for fear of the Jews.

14Now about the midst of the feast Jesus went up into the temple, and taught.

15And the Jews marvelled, saying, How knoweth this man letters, having never learned?

16Jesus answered them, and said, My doctrine is not mine, but his that sent me.

17If any man will do his will, he shall know of the doctrine, whether it be of God, or whether I speak of myself.

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Matthew 7:28-29
The crowds were amazed at Jesus' teaching, recognizing his authority.
Luke 2:46-47
At a young age, Jesus amazed the teachers in the temple with his understanding.
John 1:14
Jesus is described as full of grace and truth, emphasizing his wisdom.