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:

But {G1161} when {G3752} the Comforter {G3875} is come {G2064}, whom {G3739} I {G1473} will send {G3992} unto you {G5213} from {G3844} the Father {G3962}, even the Spirit {G4151} of truth {G225}, which {G3739} proceedeth {G1607} from {G3844} the Father {G3962}, he {G1565} shall testify {G3140} of {G4012} me {G1700}:

“When the Counselor comes, whom I will send you from the Father — the Spirit of Truth, who keeps going out from the Father — he will testify on my behalf.

When the Advocate comes, whom I will send to you from the Father—the Spirit of truth who proceeds from the Father—He will testify about Me.

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 bear witness of me:

Commentary on John 15:26 (KJV)

John 15:26 is a pivotal verse within Jesus' Farewell Discourse, delivered to His disciples in the Upper Room shortly before His crucifixion. In this passage, Jesus continues to prepare His followers for His imminent departure, offering them profound promises and warnings. Having just spoken about the necessity of remaining in Him as branches in the true vine and warning them about the world's coming hatred and persecution (John 15:18), Jesus introduces the promise of divine assistance through the Holy Spirit.

Key Themes and Messages

  • The Promise of the Holy Spirit: This verse explicitly names the Holy Spirit as "the Comforter" and "the Spirit of truth," highlighting His essential role in supporting and guiding believers after Jesus' physical absence. This promise is a source of immense comfort and reassurance for the disciples.
  • Trinitarian Relationship: The verse beautifully illustrates the unified yet distinct roles within the Godhead. Jesus states, "whom I will send unto you from the Father," indicating His active role in the Spirit's mission, while the Spirit "proceedeth from the Father." This points to the interconnectedness and cooperation of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
  • The Spirit's Primary Mission: The core purpose of the Comforter's coming is clear: "he shall testify of me." The Holy Spirit's work is fundamentally Christ-centered, revealing Jesus' identity, teachings, saving work, and continuing Lordship to the disciples and, through them, to the world.

Linguistic Insights

  • "Comforter" (KJV): This translation of the Greek word Paraclete (παράκλητος) is rich with meaning. It denotes one who is called alongside to help, an advocate, counselor, helper, or intercessor. This term encapsulates the Holy Spirit's role in providing support, guidance, strength, and legal defense for believers.
  • "Spirit of truth": This title emphasizes the Holy Spirit's nature as the source and revealer of divine truth. He guides believers into all truth, convicts the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment, and illuminates the Scriptures (John 16:13).
  • "Proceedeth from the Father": This phrase, while concise, carries profound theological weight. It speaks to the eternal origin and relationship of the Holy Spirit within the Trinity, affirming His divine nature and unique procession.

Practical Application

For believers today, John 15:26 remains a cornerstone of understanding the person and work of the Holy Spirit. It assures us that we are not left alone in our faith journey. The Holy Spirit, the divine Comforter, is present to:

  • Provide Comfort and Strength: In times of sorrow, confusion, or persecution, the Spirit is our advocate and helper, offering peace and resilience.
  • Guide into Truth: He illuminates God's Word, helps us discern truth from error, and convicts us of sin, drawing us closer to Christ.
  • Empower for Witness: Just as He empowered the early disciples, the Holy Spirit enables us to effectively share the truth about Jesus with a world that needs to hear it (Acts 1:8).

This verse reminds us that the Holy Spirit's presence is a powerful testament to Jesus Christ, continuing His work on earth through His followers.

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 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.

  • John 14:16

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

  • John 14:17

    [Even] the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him: but ye know him; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you.

  • John 16:13

    Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, [that] shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come.

  • John 16:15

    All things that the Father hath are mine: therefore said I, that he shall take of mine, and shall shew [it] unto you.

  • Acts 5:32

    And we are his witnesses of these things; and [so is] also the Holy Ghost, whom God hath given to them that obey him.

  • Acts 2:32

    This Jesus hath God raised up, whereof we all are witnesses.

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