John 9:29
John 9:29 in Multiple Translations
We know that God spoke to Moses, but we do not know where this man is from.”
We know that God spake unto Moses: as for this fellow, we know not from whence he is.
We know that God hath spoken unto Moses: but as for this man, we know not whence he is.
We are certain that God gave his word to Moses: but as for this man, we have no knowledge where he comes from.
We're disciples of Moses. We know that God spoke to Moses, but as for this person, we don't even know where he comes from.”
We know that God spake with Moses: but this man we know not from whence he is.
we have known that God hath spoken to Moses, but this one — we have not known whence he is.'
We know that God has spoken to Moses. But as for this man, we don’t know where he comes from.”
We know that God spoke to Moses: as for this man , we know not whence he is.
We know that God spoke to Moses: but as to this man, we know not from whence he is.
We know that God spoke to Moses; but this man, we do not know where he is from or where he gets any authority from!”
We know that Moses talked with God, but we don’t think this man comes from God. We don’t know where he comes from.”
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Study Notes — John 9:29
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- John 9:29 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on John 9:29
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on John 9:29
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on John 9:29
- Trapp's Commentary on John 9:29
- Ellicott's Commentary on John 9:29
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on John 9:29
- Cambridge Bible on John 9:29
- Barnes' Notes on John 9:29
- Whedon's Commentary on John 9:29
- Sermons on John 9:29
Context — The Pharisees Investigate the Healing
29We know that God spoke to Moses, but we do not know where this man is from.”
30“That is remarkable indeed!” the man said. “You do not know where He is from, and yet He opened my eyes. 31We know that God does not listen to sinners, but He does listen to the one who worships Him and does His will.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | John 8:14 | Jesus replied, “Even if I testify about Myself, My testimony is valid, because I know where I came from and where I am going. But you do not know where I came from or where I am going. |
| 2 | Numbers 12:2–7 | “Does the LORD speak only through Moses?” they said. “Does He not also speak through us?” And the LORD heard this. Now Moses was a very humble man, more so than any man on the face of the earth. And suddenly the LORD said to Moses, Aaron, and Miriam, “You three, come out to the Tent of Meeting.” So the three went out, and the LORD came down in a pillar of cloud, stood at the entrance to the Tent, and summoned Aaron and Miriam. When both of them had stepped forward, He said, “Hear now My words: If there is a prophet among you, I, the LORD, will reveal Myself to him in a vision; I will speak to him in a dream. But this is not so with My servant Moses; he is faithful in all My house. |
| 3 | Acts 7:35 | This Moses, whom they had rejected with the words, ‘Who made you ruler and judge?’ is the one whom God sent to be their ruler and redeemer through the angel who appeared to him in the bush. |
| 4 | Luke 23:2 | And they began to accuse Him, saying, “We found this man subverting our nation, forbidding payment of taxes to Caesar, and proclaiming Himself to be Christ, a King.” |
| 5 | John 7:27 | But we know where this man is from. When the Christ comes, no one will know where He is from.” |
| 6 | John 7:41–42 | Others declared, “This is the Christ.” But still others asked, “How can the Christ come from Galilee? Doesn’t the Scripture say that the Christ will come from the line of David and from Bethlehem, the village where David lived? ” |
| 7 | Matthew 26:61 | and declared, “This man said, ‘I am able to destroy the temple of God and rebuild it in three days.’” |
| 8 | Malachi 4:4 | “Remember the law of My servant Moses, the statutes and ordinances I commanded him for all Israel at Horeb. |
| 9 | Isaiah 53:2–3 | He grew up before Him like a tender shoot, and like a root out of dry ground. He had no stately form or majesty to attract us, no beauty that we should desire Him. He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows, acquainted with grief. Like one from whom men hide their faces, He was despised, and we esteemed Him not. |
| 10 | Hebrews 3:2–5 | He was faithful to the One who appointed Him, just as Moses was faithful in all God’s house. For Jesus has been counted worthy of greater glory than Moses, just as the builder of a house has greater honor than the house itself. And every house is built by someone, but God is the builder of everything. Now Moses was faithful as a servant in all God’s house, testifying to what would be spoken later. |
John 9:29 Summary
[This verse shows that the Pharisees were trying to discredit Jesus by saying they didn't know where He came from, but really they were just trying to reject Him as the Messiah. They wanted to follow the laws of Moses, as given in Exodus 20:1-17, but they didn't want to follow Jesus, even though He was performing miracles like healing the blind man. We can learn from this that it's possible to know a lot about God's Word, like the Pharisees did, but still not really know or follow God Himself, as Jesus taught in Matthew 15:8-9. By contrast, Jesus taught that true wisdom and knowledge come from following Him and obeying His commands, as seen in John 14:15 and John 15:10.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the Pharisees say they did not know where Jesus was from?
The Pharisees claimed they did not know where Jesus was from because they were trying to discredit Him and undermine His authority, even though Jesus had already told them about His relationship with God the Father, as seen in John 8:42 and John 7:29.
What does this verse reveal about the Pharisees' attitude towards Jesus?
This verse reveals the Pharisees' stubborn refusal to acknowledge Jesus as the Messiah, despite the miracles He performed, and their preference to follow the teachings of Moses, as stated in John 9:28, and to obey the commandments given to him, such as those found in Exodus 20:1-17 and Deuteronomy 5:6-21.
How does this verse relate to the theme of spiritual blindness?
This verse illustrates the spiritual blindness of the Pharisees, who, despite witnessing the miracle of the blind man's healing, refused to see Jesus as the Son of God, a theme also explored in John 12:40 and Isaiah 6:10.
What can we learn from the Pharisees' response to Jesus?
We can learn from the Pharisees' response that spiritual pride and a refusal to listen to God's Word can lead to spiritual blindness, as warned in Proverbs 29:1 and 2 Timothy 4:3-4, and that true wisdom comes from humbly seeking God, as encouraged in Proverbs 1:7 and James 1:5.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I may be like the Pharisees, refusing to see or acknowledge God's work in my life or the lives of others?
- How can I cultivate humility and a willingness to listen to God's Word, even when it challenges my own understanding or traditions?
- What are some areas in my life where I may be spiritually blind, and how can I ask God to open my eyes to see Him more clearly?
- How can I balance my respect for biblical traditions and teachings with a willingness to follow Jesus and obey His commands, as seen in Matthew 28:20 and John 14:15?
Gill's Exposition on John 9:29
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on John 9:29
Matthew Poole's Commentary on John 9:29
Trapp's Commentary on John 9:29
Ellicott's Commentary on John 9:29
Adam Clarke's Commentary on John 9:29
Cambridge Bible on John 9:29
Barnes' Notes on John 9:29
Whedon's Commentary on John 9:29
Sermons on John 9:29
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Concerning the Place of the Messiah's Birth. by John Gill | John Gill emphasizes the prophetic significance of Bethlehem as the birthplace of the Messiah, citing Micah 5:2 to affirm that Jesus fulfills this prophecy. He argues that the expe |
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Destined to Soar - Part Three by K.P. Yohannan | K.P. Yohannan shares the story of a young eaglet who, raised among chickens, fails to recognize his true identity until an older eagle reveals to him that he is meant to soar. This |
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Destined to Soar by K.P. Yohannan | K.P. Yohannan shares the story of a young eaglet who, after falling into a chicken coop, grows up believing he is a chicken until an older eagle reveals his true identity. This enc |
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Guarding Against Evil Reports - Part 1 by K.P. Yohannan | In this sermon, K.P. Yohannan discusses the destructive power of evil reports and gossip. He emphasizes the importance of speaking words that are guided and regulated by the word o |
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Guarding Against Evil Reports - Part 2 by K.P. Yohannan | In this sermon, Brother K.P. O'Hannon discusses the negative impact of evil reports within the church. He highlights how evil reports can lead to division, conflicts, and the discr |
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Apostolic Commission by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not panicking or feeling overwhelmed when trying to understand the message of God. He encourages the audience to take what |
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God's Man by Francois Carr | This sermon focuses on the transformation and journey of Moses, drawing parallels to personal experiences and the need for surrender, faith, and trust in God. It emphasizes the imp |




