John 1:29

Dutch 1939 (De Heilige Schrift, Petrus Canisiusvertaling, 1939)

Daags daarna zag hij Jesus tot zich komen; en hij zeide: Zie het Lam Gods, dat de zonde der wereld wegneemt.

Wat betekent dit?

John the Baptist sees Jesus and calls him 'the Lamb of God,' saying he takes away the sins of the world. John is speaking, emphasizing that Jesus offers forgiveness for all people.

Uitgelegd voor kinderen

Imagine you have a big mess in your room – it’s like having lots of sins. Now think about a magical lamb who can clean up any mess instantly. That's what John means when he calls Jesus 'the Lamb of God.' He’s saying that Jesus cleans up our big messes, making everything better.

Historische achtergrond

The Gospel of John was written by the apostle John around 90-100 AD. It was aimed at a mixed Jewish and Gentile audience in Asia Minor, where understanding Jesus as the Lamb who takes away sins would resonate with both cultures' sacrificial traditions.

Toepassing voor vandaag

Consider forgiving someone who has wronged you deeply. Just like Jesus forgives us of our sins, we can extend that same grace to others, offering them a fresh start and healing relationships.

Onderwerpen

• salvation
• forgiveness
• sacrifice
• redemption
• Jesus Christ
• John the Baptist

Gerelateerde verzen

• Isaiah 53:7
• 1 Peter 1:19
• Revelation 5:6
• Mark 10:45
• Acts 8:32

Veelgestelde vragen

Who is speaking in John 1:29?

John the Baptist is speaking, identifying Jesus as 'the Lamb of God.'

What does 'Lamb of God' mean?

It refers to Jesus as a sacrifice for sin, similar to lambs used in Old Testament sacrifices.

How does this relate to forgiveness?

Jesus is seen as the ultimate sacrifice that removes all sins, making it possible for people to be forgiven and saved.

Why is John calling attention to Jesus like this?

To highlight Jesus' role in salvation history, pointing out his mission to fulfill God’s plan of redemption.