John 18:27 kjv
Peter then denied again: and immediately the cock crew.
John 18:27 nkjv
Peter then denied again; and immediately a rooster crowed.
John 18:27 niv
Again Peter denied it, and at that moment a rooster began to crow.
John 18:27 esv
Peter again denied it, and at once a rooster crowed.
John 18:27 nlt
Again Peter denied it. And immediately a rooster crowed.
John 18 27 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| John 13:38 | "Jesus answered, 'Will you lay down your life for me? Truly, truly, I say to you... you will deny me three times.'" | Prophecy of denial |
| Matthew 26:69-75 | "Peter remembered the words Jesus had spoken..." | Full account of denial |
| Mark 14:66-72 | "But Peter began to deny it again..." | Full account of denial |
| Luke 22:54-62 | "Then Peter, remembering Jesus’ word..." | Full account of denial |
| Acts 3:14 | "But you denied the Holy and Righteous One..." | Peter's later acknowledgment |
| Acts 4:8 | "Then Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, said to them..." | Peter's boldness after denial |
| 1 Corinthians 10:13 | "No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man..." | Universality of temptation |
| Galatians 6:1 | "Brothers, if anyone is caught in any sin, you who are spiritual should restore him..." | Restoration from failure |
| 1 Peter 5:5 | "God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble." | Humility in failure |
| Psalm 35:11 | "False witnesses rise up; they ask me of things that I do not know." | Anticipation of false claims |
| Psalm 119:69 | "The arrogant have forged lies against me, but I will keep your precepts with my whole heart." | Antagonism and truth |
| Isaiah 53:7 | "He was oppressed, and he was afflicted, yet he opened not his mouth..." | Jesus' silence vs. Peter's words |
| Zechariah 13:7 | "'Awake, O sword, against my shepherd, against the man who stands next to me,' declares the LORD of hosts. 'I will strike the shepherd, and the sheep will be scattered...'" | Scattering of disciples |
| Proverbs 30:32-33 | "If you have done foolishly in lifting yourself up, or if you have planned evil, lay your hand on your mouth. For twisting things out of context makes for an ox... and twisting words results in quarreling." | The nature of falsehood |
| Romans 8:34 | "Who is to condemn? Christ Jesus is the one who died—more than that, who was raised—who is at the right hand of God, who indeed is interceding for us." | Christ's intercession |
| John 18:15-16 | "Simon Peter followed Jesus, and so did another disciple..." | Peter's initial proximity |
| John 18:17 | "The servant girl who guarded the door said to Peter, 'Are you not also one of this man's disciples?'" | The first denial context |
| John 18:25 | "Now Simon Peter was standing and warming himself. They said to him, 'Are you not one of his disciples?'" | The second denial context |
| John 18:18 | "The servants and officers who had made a charcoal fire were standing there, because it was cold..." | Setting of the denial |
John 18 verses
John 18 27 Meaning
This verse describes the denial of Peter's relationship with Jesus, confirmed by Jesus' own foreknowledge and the specific wording used to question Peter. The repeated assertion of denial by the listeners, leading to a supernatural sign, solidifies the event.
John 18 27 Context
The verse occurs during Jesus' trial before the Sanhedrin, immediately after His arrest. Peter is in the courtyard of the high priest's palace, where the servants and officers had made a charcoal fire. This setting is crucial as it highlights the stark contrast between the warmth of the fire and the spiritual coldness of Peter's denial. The questioners are guards or servants who recognize Peter from his earlier association with Jesus. This is the third instance of Peter denying Jesus, which fulfills Jesus' prophecy to Peter.
John 18 27 Word Analysis
- Simon: (Συμεών, Symeon). The Greek form of the Hebrew name Simeon. This is Peter's original name, used here perhaps to emphasize his ordinary human identity before his calling.
- Peter: (Πέτρος, Petros). Greek for "stone" or "rock." This is the name Jesus gave him, signifying his future role and steadfastness. Using "Simon Peter" here can underscore the contrast between his earthly nature and his God-given potential, especially in this moment of weakness.
- was standing: (εἱστήκει, heistēkei). Imperfect tense, indicating a continuous state or action of being positioned there.
- and: (καὶ, kai). Conjunction.
- warming: (θερμαινόμενος, thermainomenos). Present participle, indicating an ongoing action. The heat contrasts with the cold reality of his betrayal.
- himself: (αὐτόν, auton). Reflexive pronoun.
- They said: (εἶπον, eipon). Aorist tense of legō, meaning "they spoke" or "they said."
- therefore: (οὖν, oun). Particle indicating a consequence or conclusion based on preceding events or observations.
- Are you not also: (οὐχὶ καὶ, ouci kai). Interrogative particle "ouci" coupled with "kai" (also, even). This expresses surprise or emphasizes the accusatory nature of the question.
- one of this Man's: (εἷς τῶν μαθητῶν τοῦ ἀνθρώπου τούτου, heis tōn mathētōn tou anthrōpou toutou). "Heis" means one. "tōn mathētōn" means of the disciples. "tou anthrōpou toutou" means of this man. The deliberate use of "this Man" instead of "Jesus" or "the Nazarene" is potentially to de-emphasize or distance Jesus, making it seem less significant to associate with Him.
- disciples?: (μαθητὴς, mathētēs). Greek for "disciple" or "learner."
Word-group Analysis:
- "Simon Peter was standing and warming himself": This phrase vividly paints a picture of Peter's physical state and perhaps his mental state as well. He is physically present, seeking comfort from the cold, but his spiritual state is exposed to the hostile environment.
- "Are you not also one of this Man's disciples?": The use of "also" implies that the questioners already identified at least one other person associated with Jesus, or that Peter's presence among them is inherently linked to his discipleship. The term "this Man" carries a subtle dehumanizing or dismissive tone, highlighting the social and political pressure to dissociate from Jesus.
John 18 27 Bonus Section
The account in John 18:18 mentions the charcoal fire, which is a specific detail unique to John's Gospel. Some scholars suggest this detail is significant, possibly alluding to the subsequent restoration of Peter by Jesus over a charcoal fire (John 21:9-10). This deliberate repetition creates a thematic link, showing Jesus' grace in restoring Peter in the very context where he had failed most significantly. The denial happens on the night of the Jewish Passover, adding a layer of irony, as Peter was with the one who is the ultimate Passover Lamb, yet he himself denied him.
John 18 27 Commentary
This verse captures the climactic moment of Peter's third denial, a profound failure of faith driven by fear. The detail of him warming himself by the fire is poignant; as he seeks physical comfort, he spiritually shivers under the pressure of interrogation. The questioners' accusatory tone, "Are you not also one of this Man's disciples?", forces him to confront his association with Jesus. The use of "this Man" is significant, indicating a reluctance to acknowledge Jesus' true identity or a deliberate attempt to ostracize Him. Peter's denial here is not just a lie; it is a repudiation of his commitment and discipleship under duress. This event, though a dark moment for Peter, is essential for his eventual repentance and restoration, as foretold by Jesus.