My Notes
Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
If I bear witness of myself,.... Which was not allowed any man to do; nor indeed is it proper that a man should be a…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
If I bear witness of myself - If I have no other evidence than my own testimony about myself. My witness - My testimony;…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
If I bear witness - If I had no proof to bring of my being the Messiah, and equal to God, common sense would direct you…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714John 5:31-47
In these verses our Lord Jesus proves and confirms the commission he had produced, and makes it out that he was sent of…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921John 5:31-35
The unbelief of the Jews
31 35. These claims rest not on My testimony alone, nor on that of John, but on that of the…