John 9:37

And Jesus said unto him, Thou hast both seen him, and it is he that talketh with thee.

And {G1161} Jesus {G2424} said {G2036} unto him {G846}, Thou hast {G3708} both {G2532} seen {G3708} him {G846}, and {G2532} it is {G2076} he {G1565} that talketh {G2980} with {G3326} thee {G4675}.

Yeshua said to him, “You have seen him. In fact, he’s the one speaking with you now.”

“You have already seen Him,” Jesus answered. “He is the One speaking with you.”

Jesus said unto him, Thou hast both seen him, and he it is that speaketh with thee.

Commentary

John 9:37 captures a pivotal moment in the narrative of the man born blind, whom Jesus had miraculously healed. After enduring interrogation and expulsion from the synagogue by the hostile Pharisees, the man is sought out by Jesus Himself, leading to a profound personal encounter and a direct revelation of Jesus' identity.

Context

This verse is the climax of one of John's most detailed narratives, beginning with Jesus' compassionate encounter with a man born blind in John 9:1-7. Following the miraculous healing, the man faced intense scrutiny and disbelief from the religious authorities (the Pharisees) who refused to acknowledge the miracle or Jesus' divine authority. Despite their attempts to discredit him and Jesus, the man boldly confessed his faith, leading to his excommunication from the synagogue (John 9:34). This verse occurs immediately after Jesus finds the now-exiled man and asks him, "Dost thou believe on the Son of God?" (John 9:35), to which the man responds with a desire to know who the Son of God is.

Key Themes

  • Divine Self-Revelation: Jesus explicitly and personally reveals His identity to the man. This is not a veiled statement but a direct, unambiguous declaration: "it is he that talketh with thee." This moment underscores Jesus' willingness to disclose Himself to those who genuinely seek truth and believe, especially those who have been marginalized for their faith.
  • Spiritual Sight vs. Physical Sight: While the man received physical sight through Jesus' miracle, this verse signifies his reception of profound spiritual sight. He moves from acknowledging Jesus as a prophet to recognizing Him as the Son of God. This contrasts sharply with the spiritual blindness of the Pharisees, who, despite their physical sight and religious knowledge, failed to perceive Jesus' true nature and divine authority.
  • Personal Encounter and Faith: The man's journey from physical healing to spiritual understanding is a powerful testament to the transformative power of a personal encounter with Christ. His faith, which developed and was tested through adversity and persecution, is rewarded with a direct and intimate revelation of who Jesus truly is.

Linguistic Insights

The KJV phrase "Thou hast both seen him, and it is he that talketh with thee" is a direct and impactful statement. The "him" refers directly to the "Son of God" from Jesus' preceding question in verse 35. The declaration "it is he that talketh with thee" emphasizes the immediacy and personal nature of God's revelation through His Son. It signifies that the very person who healed him and is now speaking to him is indeed the divine Son of God, a profound truth revealed directly to an individual who had demonstrated genuine faith.

Practical Application

John 9:37 offers several significant insights for contemporary believers. It reminds us that Jesus actively seeks out and affirms those who are marginalized or cast out for their faith. Even when others reject or misunderstand our belief in Him, Christ is present to affirm and deepen our understanding of His identity. This verse encourages us to pursue a personal relationship with Jesus, trusting that He will reveal Himself more fully to those who believe and seek Him. It also challenges us to consider our own spiritual sight: are we truly seeing Jesus for who He is, or are we, like the Pharisees, allowing preconceptions, pride, or worldly concerns to blind us to His truth and divine presence?

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Cross-References

  • John 4:26 (5 votes)

    Jesus saith unto her, I that speak unto thee am [he].

  • Psalms 25:8 (3 votes)

    ¶ Good and upright [is] the LORD: therefore will he teach sinners in the way.

  • Psalms 25:9 (3 votes)

    The meek will he guide in judgment: and the meek will he teach his way.

  • John 7:17 (2 votes)

    If any man will do his will, he shall know of the doctrine, whether it be of God, or [whether] I speak of myself.

  • Psalms 25:14 (2 votes)

    The secret of the LORD [is] with them that fear him; and he will shew them his covenant.

  • Matthew 11:25 (2 votes)

    ¶ At that time Jesus answered and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes.

  • John 14:21 (2 votes)

    He that hath my commandments, and keepeth them, he it is that loveth me: and he that loveth me shall be loved of my Father, and I will love him, and will manifest myself to him.