John 7:39

(But this he spoke of the Spirit, which those who believe in him were to receive: for the Holy Spirit had not yet been given; because Jesus was not yet glorified.)

Revised King James New Testament

In The King James Version

(But this spake he of the Spirit, which they that believe on him should receive: for the Holy Ghost was not yet given; because that Jesus was not yet glorified.)

In Context

38He who believes in me, as the scripture has said, out of his innermost being shall flow rivers of living water.

40Many of the people, when they heard this, said, Truly this is the Prophet.

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Cross References

Matthew 21:11And the multitudes said, This is Jesus, the prophet of Nazareth of Galilee.

Luke 7:16And fear came upon them all: and they glorified God, saying, A great prophet is risen up among us; and, God has visited his people.

Matthew Henry on John 7:38-45

The Gospel Invitation. 37 In the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried, saying, If any man thirst, let him come unto me, and drink. 38 He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water. 39 (But this spake he of the Spirit, which they that believe on him should receive: for the Holy Ghost was not yet given; because that Jesus was not yet glorified.) 40 Many of the people therefore, when they heard this saying, said, Of a truth this is the… Read the whole commentary →

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