John 4:45 kjv
Then when he was come into Galilee, the Galilaeans received him, having seen all the things that he did at Jerusalem at the feast: for they also went unto the feast.
John 4:45 nkjv
So when He came to Galilee, the Galileans received Him, having seen all the things He did in Jerusalem at the feast; for they also had gone to the feast.
John 4:45 niv
When he arrived in Galilee, the Galileans welcomed him. They had seen all that he had done in Jerusalem at the Passover Festival, for they also had been there.
John 4:45 esv
So when he came to Galilee, the Galileans welcomed him, having seen all that he had done in Jerusalem at the feast. For they too had gone to the feast.
John 4:45 nlt
Yet the Galileans welcomed him, for they had been in Jerusalem at the Passover celebration and had seen everything he did there.
John 4 45 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| John 4:45 | When Jesus came to Galilee, the Galileans welcomed him, having seen all that he had done in Jerusalem at the feast, for they also had gone to the feast. | Fulfilment/Context |
| John 2:23 | Now when he was in Jerusalem at the Passover feast, many believed in his name when they saw the signs that he did. | Parallems/Significance |
| John 11:45 | Many of the Jews therefore, who had come to Mary and had seen what Jesus did, believed in him. | Parallems/Belief |
| Acts 2:22 | "Men of Israel, hear these words: Jesus of Nazareth, a man attested to you by God with mighty works and wonders and signs that God did through him among you, as you yourselves know— | Testimony/Miracles |
| Luke 24:19 | He said to them, "What things?" And they said to him, "Concerning Jesus of Nazareth, a man who was a prophet mighty in deed and word before God and all the people, | Witness/Deeds |
| John 7:31 | Yet many of the crowd believed in him. They said, "When the Christ comes, will he do more signs than this man has done?" | Reaction/Signs |
| Matthew 13:57 | And they took offense at him. But Jesus said to them, "A prophet is not without honor except in his hometown and in his own household." | Hometown Opposition |
| Mark 6:4 | And Jesus said to them, "A prophet is without honor, except in his hometown and among his relatives and in his own household." | Hometown Opposition |
| John 6:2 | And a large crowd was following him, because they saw the signs that he did on those who were diseased. | Following for Signs |
| John 6:14 | Then the men who had seen what Jesus did began to say, "This is indeed the Prophet who is to come into the world!" | Recognition/Prophecy |
| Isaiah 9:6 | For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. | Messianic Titles |
| Deuteronomy 18:18 | I will raise up for them a prophet from among their brothers, like you, and I will put my words in his mouth, and he shall speak to them all that I command him. | Prophecy Fulfillment |
| Matthew 12:41 | The men of Nineveh will rise up at the judgment with this generation and condemn it, for they repented at the preaching of Jonah, and behold, something greater than Jonah is here. | Greater than Jonah |
| Matthew 16:14 | And they said, "Some say John the Baptist, others say Elijah, and others Jeremiah or one of the prophets." | Identification |
| Acts 10:38 | how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power. He went about doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, for God was with him. | Anointed/Healer |
| John 3:2 | Nicodemus said to him, "Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher come from God, for no one can do these signs that you do unless God is with him." | Divine Connection |
| John 7:40-41 | When they heard these words, some of the crowd said, "This is truly the Prophet." Others said, "This is the Christ." But some said, "Is the Christ to come from Galilee?" | Diverse Reactions |
| John 7:12 | And among the crowds there was much muttering about him, while some said, "He is a good man," but others said, "No, he deceives the crowd." | Division of Opinion |
| John 3:30 | He must increase, but I must decrease. | John the Baptist's view |
| 1 Corinthians 1:22 | For Jews demand signs and Greeks seek wisdom, | Jewish expectation |
John 4 verses
John 4 45 Meaning
Jesus’ arrival in Galilee was met with a positive reception from the Galileans. This was due to their witnessing His miracles performed in Jerusalem during the Passover festival. The people of Galilee had seen His works firsthand.
John 4 45 Context
This verse is situated within Jesus' journey after His encounter with the Samaritan woman at Jacob's well (John chapter 4). Having previously ministered in Judea and facing opposition there, Jesus moves to Galilee. The Galileans' reception of Him is notably warmer than that in Judea. This warmth stems from their prior experience of His miracles during the Passover feast in Jerusalem. They had seen His signs and believed because of them. This indicates a growing recognition of His identity, though still often tied to the display of power. The Gospel of John often contrasts genuine spiritual belief with belief based merely on external signs.
John 4 45 Word Analysis
- And (καὶ - kai): A coordinating conjunction connecting clauses, indicating a sequence or addition.
- Jesus (Ἰησοῦς - Iēsous): The Greek form of the Hebrew Joshua, meaning "Yahweh saves." The central figure of Christianity.
- came (ἦλθεν - ēlthen): Aorist indicative active verb from ἔρχομαι (erchomai), meaning "to come," "to go." Here it signifies arrival.
- to (εἰς - eis): A preposition often translated as "into," "to," or "unto," indicating direction or destination.
- Galilee (Γαλιλαίαν - Galilaian): The region in northern Israel where Jesus grew up. It was considered a less prestigious region by some Judeans.
- the (οἱ - hoi): The definite article.
- Galileans (Γαλιλαῖοι - Galilaioi): The inhabitants of Galilee.
- received (ὑπεδέξαντο - hypedeixanto): Aorist indicative middle/passive verb from ὑποδέχομαι (hypodechomai). This verb carries a nuance of "welcomed cordially," "entertained," or "received hospitably." It suggests more than a passive acceptance; it implies a welcoming reception.
- him (αὐτόν - auton): Accusative masculine singular pronoun, referring to Jesus.
- having seen (ἑωρακότες - heōrakotes): Perfect active participle from ὁράω (horaō), meaning "to see." The perfect tense indicates a completed action with a continuing result or relevance in the present. They saw, and that seeing had current significance.
- all (πάντα - panta): Neuter plural accusative of πᾶς (pas), meaning "all," "every." It emphasizes the entirety of His works.
- that (ὅσα - hosa): Neuter plural accusative of ὅσος (hosos), meaning "as much as," "as many as." It introduces a relative clause specifying what they saw.
- he (αὐτὸς - autos): Masculine nominative singular pronoun, emphatic, referring to Jesus.
- did (ἐποίησεν - epoiēsen): Aorist indicative active verb from ποιέω (poieō), meaning "to do," "to make," "to perform." Refers to His actions and miracles.
- in (ἐν - en): A preposition translated as "in," "on," "at," or "by," indicating location or means.
- Jerusalem (Ἱεροσολύμοις - Hierosolymois): The holy city, capital of Judea, and a significant religious center.
- at (ἐν - en): Preposition indicating the occasion or place.
- the (τῇ - tē): Feminine dative singular definite article.
- feast (ἑορτῇ - heortē): A feast or festival, specifically referring to the Passover feast mentioned earlier in John 2:23.
- for (γὰρ - gar): A conjunction introducing an explanation or reason.
- they (καὶ - kai): Conjunction "and," connecting the previous clause with this explanation. Also used emphatically here for "they themselves."
- also (καὶ - kai): "Also," "even."
- had gone (ἀπεδήμησαν - apedēmēsan): Aorist indicative active verb from ἀποδημέω (apodēmeō), meaning "to go abroad," "to journey away from home." It implies they made a journey to be there.
- to (εἰς - eis): Preposition indicating destination.
- the (τὴν - tēn): Feminine accusative singular definite article.
- feast (ἑορτήν - heortēn): The festival.
Words-group by words-group analysis:
- "Galileans welcomed him": This emphasizes a positive reception. The term "received" (hypedeixanto) suggests active hospitality and acceptance, differentiating them from the opposition Jesus often faced.
- "having seen all that he did": This clause explains the reason for their welcome. The use of the perfect participle ("having seen") highlights that their seeing was a past event that produced a present state of favorable regard.
- "in Jerusalem at the feast": This pinpoints the location and occasion where they witnessed Jesus' actions. The Passover feast was a significant event, bringing many Jews to Jerusalem.
- "for they also had gone to the feast": This provides further clarification, confirming their presence at the feast and thereby their direct experience of Jesus' deeds. "Also" suggests that, in addition to His works in Galilee, His activity in Jerusalem was known and recognized by them.
John 4 45 Bonus Section
The emphasis on Galileans welcoming Jesus because they had seen His deeds in Jerusalem contrasts with the often less enthusiastic or even hostile reception Jesus would later face in His own hometown, Nazareth (Luke 4:16-30), where familiarity bred contempt. The contrast between Jewish expectations of a messiah—often tied to overt signs and political power—and Jesus' unfolding mission is a recurring theme. The people of Galilee, having seen His signs, might have initially linked Him to the promised prophet like Moses (Deuteronomy 18:18), but their understanding was still developing. This passage showcases a regional difference in immediate receptiveness to Jesus’ ministry, attributed directly to prior visual evidence of His miracles at a significant national event.
John 4 45 Commentary
The Galileans welcomed Jesus because they had witnessed His miracles in Jerusalem during the Passover. This illustrates how genuine signs and wonders can foster belief and positive reception. However, John's Gospel often probes the nature of this belief. While the Galileans' welcome was positive, it was primarily prompted by His visible actions. Jesus later lamented that the people sought Him not because they saw signs, but because they ate of the loaves and were filled (John 6:26). This verse highlights the initial impact of Jesus' ministry on a receptive audience, but it also sets the stage for later discussions about superficial versus deeply spiritual faith. The Galileans' attendance at the Jerusalem feast demonstrates their religious engagement, making them familiar with Jesus' powerful deeds during a time of national religious observance. This proactive journey to the feast contrasts with a more passive local acceptance, suggesting a community already engaged with national religious life and responsive to divine manifestations.