John 16:12

Moreover, I have much to say to you: but ye cannot comprehend it now.

James Murdock's Translation of the Syriac Peshitta

In The King James Version

I have yet many things to say unto you, but ye cannot bear them now.

In Context

11and of Judgment, because the ruler of this world is judged.

13But when the Spirit of truth shall come, he will lead you into all the truth. For he will not speak from his own mind; but whatever he heareth, that will he speak: and he will make known to you things to come.

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Cross References

John 14:30Hereafter I shall not converse much with you; for the ruler of this world cometh, and hath nothing in me.

Acts 1:3To whom also he showed himself alive after he had suffered, by numerous signs, during forty days, while he was seen by them, and spoke of the kingdom of God.

Hebrews 5:11Now, concerning this person, Melchisedec, we have much discourse, which we might utter; but it is difficult to explain it, because ye are infirm in your hearing.

Matthew Henry on John 16:8-16

The Expediency of Christ's Departure; The Promise of the Spirit. 7 Nevertheless I tell you the truth; It is expedient for you that I go away: for if I go not away, the Comforter will not come unto you; but if I depart, I will send him unto you. 8 And when he is come, he will reprove the world of sin, and of righteousness, and of judgment: 9 Of sin, because they believe not on me; 10 Of righteousness, because I go to my Father, and ye see me no more; 11 Of judgment, because the prince of this world is judged. 12 I… Read the whole commentary →

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