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John 21:5

John 21:5
Then Jesus saith unto them, Children, have ye any meat? They answered him, No.

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

Then Jesus saith unto them, children,.... And still they knew him not, though he used this endearing and familiar…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Children - A term of affection and friendship, 1Jo 2:18. Any meat - This word (Greek) means anything eaten with bread.…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

Children - Παιδια, a term of familiarity and affectionate kindness: it is the vocative case plural of παιδιον, which is…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714John 21:1-14

We have here an account of Christ's appearance to his disciples at the sea of Tiberias. Now, 1. Let us compare this…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

Then Jesus Jesus therefore; because they did not recognise Him.

Children Perhaps a mere term of friendly address…