John 14:26

But the Comforter, [which is] the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.

But {G1161} the Comforter {G3875}, which is the Holy {G40} Ghost {G4151}, whom {G3739} the Father {G3962} will send {G3992} in {G1722} my {G3450} name {G3686}, he {G1565} shall teach {G1321} you {G5209} all things {G3956}, and {G2532} bring {G5279} all things {G3956} to {G5279} your {G5209} remembrance {G5279}, whatsoever {G3739} I have said {G2036} unto you {G5213}.

But the Counselor, the Ruach HaKodesh, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you everything; that is, he will remind you of everything I have said to you.

But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have told you.

But the Comforter, even the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all that I said unto you.

This profound verse from the Gospel of John is part of Jesus' farewell discourse to His disciples in the Upper Room, just hours before His crucifixion. Knowing His physical departure would leave them feeling orphaned and confused, Jesus offers a series of comforting promises. John 14:26 specifically introduces the role of the Holy Spirit, whom Jesus identifies as the "Comforter," ensuring His followers would not be left without divine presence and guidance after He ascended to the Father.

Key Themes

  • The Promise of the Holy Spirit: Jesus introduces the "Comforter," clearly identifying Him as the "Holy Ghost," whom the Father will send "in my name." This highlights the Trinitarian nature of God – Father, Son, and Holy Spirit – working in perfect unity to sustain believers. The sending "in my name" signifies the Spirit's mission to represent Christ and carry on His work.
  • The Holy Spirit as Teacher: A primary function of the Holy Spirit, as revealed here, is to "teach you all things." This points to an ongoing, supernatural instruction that enables believers to grasp spiritual truths, understand God's will, and gain wisdom that transcends human intellect.
  • The Holy Spirit as Reminder: Beyond new teaching, the Spirit will "bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you." This crucial role ensured the disciples would accurately recall and understand Jesus' extensive teachings, parables, and commands, which was vital for their future ministry and for the faithful transmission of the Gospel message to future generations.

Linguistic Insights

The King James Version's translation of "Comforter" for the Greek word Parakletos (Παράκλητος) is significant. While "Comforter" emphasizes solace and consolation, Parakletos carries a broader meaning. It can also be translated as "advocate," "helper," "counselor," or "one called alongside to help." This multifaceted term beautifully describes the Holy Spirit's comprehensive role: He is our divine advocate in prayer and before God, our helper in weakness, our counselor in confusion, and our constant companion providing strength and comfort.

Significance and Application

John 14:26 offers timeless reassurance and practical insight for believers today:

  • Divine Guidance: The Holy Spirit continues to be our ultimate teacher, illuminating the Scriptures and guiding us into all truth. He helps us discern God's will and apply biblical principles to daily life, ensuring we are not left to navigate complex situations on our own.
  • Understanding Scripture: When we read or study the Bible, the Spirit helps us recall and understand the words of Jesus and the broader message of God's Word, making it living and active in our hearts and minds. This divine recall is essential for living out Jesus' great commission.
  • Comfort and Assurance: In moments of doubt, fear, or sorrow, the Holy Spirit acts as our promised Comforter, reminding us of God's unwavering love, His promises, and Jesus' eternal presence. Just as Jesus promised His disciples they would not be left comfortless, He extends that comfort to all who believe.

This verse underscores the Holy Spirit's indispensable role in the life of a Christian, ensuring that Jesus' teachings remain alive, understood, and applied through every generation.

Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • John 15:26

    But when the Comforter is come, whom I will send unto you from the Father, [even] the Spirit of truth, which proceedeth from the Father, he shall testify of me:

  • John 14:16

    And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever;

  • 1 John 2:27

    But the anointing which ye have received of him abideth in you, and ye need not that any man teach you: but as the same anointing teacheth you of all things, and is truth, and is no lie, and even as it hath taught you, ye shall abide in him.

  • 1 Corinthians 2:10

    But God hath revealed [them] unto us by his Spirit: for the Spirit searcheth all things, yea, the deep things of God.

  • 1 Corinthians 2:13

    Which things also we speak, not in the words which man's wisdom teacheth, but which the Holy Ghost teacheth; comparing spiritual things with spiritual.

  • John 16:7

    Nevertheless I tell you the truth; It is expedient for you that I go away: for if I go not away, the Comforter will not come unto you; but if I depart, I will send him unto you.

  • 1 John 2:20

    ¶ But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things.
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