John 13:13

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

Ye call me Master and Lord: and ye say well; for [so] I am.

Complete Jewish Bible:

You call me ‘Rabbi’ and ‘Lord,’ and you are right, because I am.

Berean Standard Bible:

You call Me Teacher and Lord, and rightly so, because I am.

American Standard Version:

Ye call me, Teacher, and, Lord: and ye say well; for so I am.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

Ye^{G5210} call^{G5455} me^{G3165} Master^{G1320} and^{G2532} Lord^{G2962}: and^{G2532} ye say^{G3004} well^{G2573}; for^{G1063} so I am^{G1510}.

Cross-References (KJV):

Explore This Verse Across Other Resources:

BibleHub.com BibleRef.com

Commentary for John 13:13

John 13:13 is a verse that captures a moment during the Last Supper, where Jesus is in the midst of a profound act of service by washing the feet of his disciples, an act traditionally reserved for servants. The verse reads, "Ye call me Master and Lord: and ye say well; for so I am." This statement is a declaration of Jesus' authority and divine identity, reinforcing his role as the Messiah and the Son of God.

In the historical context of first-century Judaism, the titles "Master" (Teacher) and "Lord" (denoting divine authority) were significant. By using these titles, the disciples acknowledged Jesus' unique position in their lives. Jesus' affirmation of these titles emphasizes his divine nature and his rightful place as the one to whom ultimate allegiance is due. This moment is pivotal in the Gospel of John, as it occurs just before Jesus institutes the new commandment to love one another as he has loved them (John 13:34-35) and foretells his betrayal (John 13:21-30).

The themes of John 13:13 include the recognition of Jesus' divine authority, the example of humility and servanthood, and the establishment of a new paradigm for leadership within the early Christian community—one that is characterized by service rather than dominance. This verse underscores the importance of understanding Jesus not only as a teacher or moral guide but as Lord, whose life and teachings are the ultimate model for believers to emulate. It also sets the stage for the forthcoming events of Jesus' Passion, where his lordship is ultimately demonstrated through his sacrificial death and resurrection.

*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model

Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: G5210
   There are 228 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ὑμεῖς
   Transliteration: hymeîs
   Pronunciation: hoo-mice'
   Description: irregular plural of σύ; you (as subjective of verb):--ye (yourselves), you.
   
2. Strong's Number: G5455
   There are 38 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: φωνέω
   Transliteration: phōnéō
   Pronunciation: fo-neh'-o
   Description: from φωνή; to emit a sound (animal, human or instrumental); by implication, to address in words or by name, also in imitation:--call (for), crow, cry.
   
3. Strong's Number: G3165
   There are 277 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: μέ
   Transliteration: mé
   Pronunciation: meh
   Description: a shorter (and probably original) form of ἐμέ; me:--I, me, my.
   
4. Strong's Number: G1320
   There are 57 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: διδάσκαλος
   Transliteration: didáskalos
   Pronunciation: did-as'-kal-os
   Description: from διδάσκω; an instructor (genitive case or specially):--doctor, master, teacher.
   
5. Strong's Number: G2532
   There are 5212 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: καί
   Transliteration: kaí
   Pronunciation: kahee
   Description: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet.
   
6. Strong's Number: G2962
   There are 687 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: κύριος
   Transliteration: kýrios
   Pronunciation: koo'-ree-os
   Description: from (supremacy); supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title):-- God, Lord, master, Sir.
   
7. Strong's Number: G3004
   There are 1244 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: λέγω
   Transliteration: légō
   Pronunciation: leg'-o
   Description: a primary verb; properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas ἔπω and φημί generally refer to an individual expression or speech respectively; while ῥέω is properly to break silence merely, and λαλέω means an extended or random harangue)); by implication, to mean:--ask, bid, boast, call, describe, give out, name, put forth, say(-ing, on), shew, speak, tell, utter.
   
8. Strong's Number: G2573
   There are 36 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: καλῶς
   Transliteration: kalōs
   Pronunciation: kal-oce'
   Description: adverb from καλός; well (usually morally):--(in a) good (place), honestly, + recover, (full) well.
   
9. Strong's Number: G1063
   There are 1016 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: γάρ
   Transliteration: gár
   Pronunciation: gar
   Description: a primary particle; properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles):--and, as, because (that), but, even, for, indeed, no doubt, seeing, then, therefore, verily, what, why, yet.
   
10. Strong's Number: G1510
    There are 137 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: εἰμί
    Transliteration: eimí
    Pronunciation: i-mee'
    Description: the first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist (used only when emphatic):--am, have been, X it is I, was. See also εἶ, εἴην, εἶναι, εἰσί, ἦν, ἔσομαι, ἐσμέν, ἐστέ, ἐστί, κέρδος, ἴσθι, ὦ.