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John 2

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John 2

1 And the third day there was a marriage in Cana of Galilee; and the mother of Jesus was there:

2 And both Jesus was called, and his disciples, to the marriage.

3 And when they wanted wine, the mother of Jesus saith unto him, They have no wine.

4 Jesus saith unto her, Woman, what have I to do with thee? mine hour is not yet come.

5 His mother saith unto the servants, Whatsoever he saith unto you, do it.

6 And there were set there six waterpots of stone, after the manner of the purifying of the Jews, containing two or three firkins apiece.

7 Jesus saith unto them, Fill the waterpots with water. And they filled them up to the brim.

8 And he saith unto them, Draw out now, and bear unto the governor of the feast. And they bare it.

9 When the ruler of the feast had tasted the water that was made wine, and knew not whence it was: (but the servants which drew the water knew;) the governor of the feast called the bridegroom,

10 And saith unto him, Every man at the beginning doth set forth good wine; and when men have well drunk, then that which is worse: but thou hast kept the good wine until now.

11 This beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee, and manifested forth his glory; and his disciples believed on him.

12 After this he went down to Capernaum, he, and his mother, and his brethren, and his disciples: and they continued there not many days.

13 And the Jews' passover was at hand, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem.



14 And found in the temple those that sold oxen and sheep and doves, and the changers of money sitting:

15 And when he had made a scourge of small cords, he drove them all out of the temple, and the sheep, and the oxen; and poured out the changers' money, and overthrew the tables;

16 And said unto them that sold doves, Take these things hence; make not my Father's house an house of merchandise.

17 And his disciples remembered that it was written, The zeal of thine house hath eaten me up.

18 Then answered the Jews and said unto him, What sign shewest thou unto us, seeing that thou doest these things?

19 Jesus answered and said unto them, Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up.

20 Then said the Jews, Forty and six years was this temple in building, and wilt thou rear it up in three days?

21 But he spake of the temple of his body.

22 When therefore he was risen from the dead, his disciples remembered that he had said this unto them; and they believed the scripture, and the word which Jesus had said.

23 Now when he was in Jerusalem at the passover, in the feast day, many believed in his name, when they saw the miracles which he did.

24 But Jesus did not commit himself unto them, because he knew all men,

25 And needed not that any should testify of man: for he knew what was in man.

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Summary and the Meaning of John Chapter 2 in the KJV Holy Bible

The second chapter of the Book of John in the King James Version (KJV) of the Holy Bible is replete with deep spiritual lessons, powerful symbolism, and profound revelations about Jesus Christ. This chapter chronicles two significant events in the life of Christ: the miracle at the wedding in Cana and Jesus' cleansing of the temple in Jerusalem. These two events, while starkly different in their nature, reveal the divine authority and majesty of Jesus, setting the stage for his ministry and mission on Earth.

The Wedding at Cana: The First Miracle

John Chapter 2 opens with the account of Jesus, his mother Mary, and his disciples attending a wedding at Cana, a small town in Galilee. The wedding party runs out of wine, a situation that would have been a great embarrassment in the Middle Eastern culture of the time. Mary informs Jesus about the situation, and although initially reluctant, Jesus performs his first recorded miracle by turning water into wine. This miracle, however, is not just a simple act of turning water into wine, but it carries profound spiritual symbolism and meaning.

The act of turning water into wine symbolises the transformative power of Christ. Just as the water in the jars was transformed into the finest wine, so too Jesus has the power to transform lives. The water could also be seen as representing the Old Testament law, which was unable to save humanity from sin. The wine, on the other hand, represents the New Covenant in Christ's blood, signifying the forgiveness of sins and eternal life. This miracle also reveals Jesus' divine power over the natural elements, affirming his deity and setting the stage for his public ministry.

Jesus Cleanses the Temple

The second half of John Chapter 2 recounts Jesus' journey to Jerusalem for the Passover. Upon arriving at the temple, Jesus finds it being used as a market, with people selling animals for sacrifices and exchanging money. This commercialization of the temple, which was meant to be a place of worship, angers Jesus. He makes a whip out of cords and drives out the merchants, overturning their tables and declaring, "Take these things hence; make not my Father's house a house of merchandise" (John 2:16, KJV).

This act of cleansing the temple is highly symbolic. It demonstrates Jesus' divine authority and his zeal for pure worship. It shows that Jesus is not just a gentle teacher, but also a bold reformer who challenges religious hypocrisy and corruption. It also prophesies his death and resurrection, as he tells the confused onlookers, "Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up" (John 2:19, KJV). The temple he refers to here is not the physical building, but his own body, foretelling his death and resurrection, which would become the cornerstone of Christian faith.

The Belief and Unbelief Among the People

The chapter concludes with Jesus performing more signs during the Passover festival in Jerusalem. Many people believed in his name when they saw the signs he was doing. However, Jesus did not entrust himself to them, because he knew all people and did not need anyone to bear witness about man, for he himself knew what was in man. This passage reveals Jesus' divine knowledge and understanding of human nature. He knew that many who professed belief in him were doing so because of the signs and wonders, rather than a genuine understanding and acceptance of who he was and what he came to do.

Conclusion: The Deeper Meaning of John Chapter 2

John Chapter 2 in the KJV Holy Bible is rich in spiritual lessons and symbolism. It showcases Jesus' divine authority, his transformative power, and his understanding of human nature. The chapter serves as a powerful introduction to Jesus' public ministry, revealing his dual role as a compassionate savior and a bold reformer. The miracle at Cana and the cleansing of the temple provide us with a deeper understanding of Jesus' mission on Earth, while also challenging us to examine our own lives, our understanding of worship, and our commitment to Christ.

In essence, John Chapter 2 invites us to reflect on the transformative power of Christ in our lives, the purity of our worship, and the authenticity of our belief. It calls us to look beyond the physical and perceive the spiritual, to look beyond the miracles and perceive the miracle-worker, to look beyond the signs and perceive the savior. It is a chapter that challenges us, enlightens us, and ultimately draws us closer to Jesus Christ.



This article is informed by the King James Version of the Holy Bible, the authors' personal knowledge, considerations and experience, and additional materials and resources available in internet.

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