John 1:36
New International Version
When he saw Jesus passing by, he said, “Look, the Lamb of God!”

New Living Translation
As Jesus walked by, John looked at him and declared, “Look! There is the Lamb of God!”

English Standard Version
and he looked at Jesus as he walked by and said, “Behold, the Lamb of God!”

Berean Standard Bible
When he saw Jesus walking by, he said, “Look, the Lamb of God!”

Berean Literal Bible
And having looked at Jesus walking, he says, "Behold the Lamb of God!"

King James Bible
And looking upon Jesus as he walked, he saith, Behold the Lamb of God!

New King James Version
And looking at Jesus as He walked, he said, “Behold the Lamb of God!”

New American Standard Bible
and he looked at Jesus as He walked, and said, “Behold, the Lamb of God!”

NASB 1995
and he looked at Jesus as He walked, and said, “Behold, the Lamb of God!”

NASB 1977
and he looked upon Jesus as He walked, and said, “Behold, the Lamb of God!”

Legacy Standard Bible
and he looked at Jesus as He walked, and said, “Behold, the Lamb of God!”

Amplified Bible
and he looked at Jesus as He walked along, and said, “Look! The Lamb of God!”

Christian Standard Bible
When he saw Jesus passing by, he said, “Look, the Lamb of God! ”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
When he saw Jesus passing by, he said, “Look! The Lamb of God!”

American Standard Version
and he looked upon Jesus as he walked, and saith, Behold, the Lamb of God!

Contemporary English Version
When he saw Jesus walking by, he said, "Here is the Lamb of God!"

English Revised Version
and he looked upon Jesus as he walked, and saith, Behold, the Lamb of God!

GOD'S WORD® Translation
John saw Jesus walk by. John said, "Look! This is the Lamb of God."

Good News Translation
when he saw Jesus walking by. "There is the Lamb of God!" he said.

International Standard Version
As he watched Jesus walk by, he said, "Look, the Lamb of God!"

Majority Standard Bible
When he saw Jesus walking by, he said, “Look, the Lamb of God!”

NET Bible
Gazing at Jesus as he walked by, he said, "Look, the Lamb of God!"

New Heart English Bible
and he looked at Jesus as he walked, and said, "Look, the Lamb of God."

Webster's Bible Translation
And looking upon Jesus as he walked, he saith, Behold the Lamb of God!

Weymouth New Testament
when he saw Jesus passing by, and said, "Look! that is the Lamb of God!"

World English Bible
and he looked at Jesus as he walked, and said, “Behold, the Lamb of God!”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and having looked on Jesus walking, he says, “Behold, the Lamb of God”;

Berean Literal Bible
And having looked at Jesus walking, he says, "Behold the Lamb of God!"

Young's Literal Translation
and having looked on Jesus walking, he saith, 'Lo, the Lamb of God;'

Smith's Literal Translation
And having looked upon Jesus walking, he says, Behold the Lamb of God.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And beholding Jesus walking, he saith: Behold the Lamb of God.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And catching sight of Jesus walking, he said, “Behold, the Lamb of God.”

New American Bible
and as he watched Jesus walk by, he said, “Behold, the Lamb of God.”

New Revised Standard Version
and as he watched Jesus walk by, he exclaimed, “Look, here is the Lamb of God!”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And he looked at Jesus while he walked, and said, Behold, the Lamb of God!

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And he gazed upon Yeshua as he was walking and said: “Behold: The Lamb of God.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And looking on Jesus as he walked, he said: Be hold the Lamb of God.

Godbey New Testament
and looking upon Jesus walking about, says, Behold, the Lamb of God.

Haweis New Testament
and looking upon Jesus as he walked by, he saith, Behold the Lamb of God!

Mace New Testament
and seeing Jesus as he walked, he said, "behold the lamb of God."

Weymouth New Testament
when he saw Jesus passing by, and said, "Look! that is the Lamb of God!"

Worrell New Testament
and, looking upon Jesus as He was walking, says, "Behold, the Lamb of God!"

Worsley New Testament
and looking upon Jesus as He was walking, he saith, "Behold the lamb of God."

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Context
The First Disciples
35The next day John was there again with two of his disciples. 36When he saw Jesus walking by, he said, “Look, the Lamb of God!” 37And when the two disciples heard him say this, they followed Jesus.…

Cross References
Isaiah 53:7
He was oppressed and afflicted, yet He did not open His mouth. He was led like a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before her shearers is silent, so He did not open His mouth.

Revelation 5:6
Then I saw a Lamb who appeared to have been slain, standing in the center of the throne, encircled by the four living creatures and the elders. The Lamb had seven horns and seven eyes, which represent the seven spirits of God sent out into all the earth.

1 Peter 1:19
but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or spot.

Exodus 12:3-6
Tell the whole congregation of Israel that on the tenth day of this month each man must select a lamb for his family, one per household. / If the household is too small for a whole lamb, they are to share with the nearest neighbor based on the number of people, and apportion the lamb accordingly. / Your lamb must be an unblemished year-old male, and you may take it from the sheep or the goats. ...

1 Corinthians 5:7
Get rid of the old leaven, that you may be a new unleavened batch, as you really are. For Christ, our Passover lamb, has been sacrificed.

Revelation 13:8
And all who dwell on the earth will worship the beast—all whose names have not been written from the foundation of the world in the Book of Life belonging to the Lamb who was slain.

Acts 8:32
The eunuch was reading this passage of Scripture: “He was led like a sheep to the slaughter, and as a lamb before the shearer is silent, so He did not open His mouth.

Genesis 22:7-8
Then Isaac said to his father Abraham, “My father!” “Here I am, my son,” he replied. “The fire and the wood are here,” said Isaac, “but where is the lamb for the burnt offering?” / Abraham answered, “God Himself will provide the lamb for the burnt offering, my son.” And the two walked on together.

Matthew 3:17
And a voice from heaven said, “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased!”

1 John 3:5
But you know that Christ appeared to take away sins, and in Him there is no sin.

Hebrews 9:14
how much more will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself unblemished to God, purify our consciences from works of death, so that we may serve the living God!

Leviticus 14:12-13
Then the priest is to take one of the male lambs and present it as a guilt offering, along with the log of olive oil; and he must wave them as a wave offering before the LORD. / Then he is to slaughter the lamb in the sanctuary area where the sin offering and burnt offering are slaughtered. Like the sin offering, the guilt offering belongs to the priest; it is most holy.

1 Peter 2:24
He Himself bore our sins in His body on the tree, so that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. “By His stripes you are healed.”

Revelation 7:14
“Sir,” I answered, “you know.” So he replied, “These are the ones who have come out of the great tribulation; they have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.

Isaiah 53:10
Yet it was the LORD’s will to crush Him and to cause Him to suffer; and when His soul is made a guilt offering, He will see His offspring, He will prolong His days, and the good pleasure of the LORD will prosper in His hand.


Treasury of Scripture

And looking on Jesus as he walked, he said, Behold the Lamb of God!

Behold.

John 1:29
The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.

Isaiah 45:22
Look unto me, and be ye saved, all the ends of the earth: for I am God, and there is none else.

Isaiah 65:1,2
I am sought of them that asked not for me; I am found of them that sought me not: I said, Behold me, behold me, unto a nation that was not called by my name…

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When he saw
The phrase "when he saw" indicates a moment of recognition and revelation. In the Greek, the word for "saw" is "βλέπω" (blepō), which means more than just physical sight; it implies perception and understanding. This moment is significant as it reflects John the Baptist's spiritual insight and recognition of Jesus' true identity. In a historical context, John the Baptist was a prophetic figure, and his ability to see Jesus for who He truly was underscores his role as the forerunner to the Messiah.

Jesus
The name "Jesus" is derived from the Hebrew name "Yeshua," meaning "Yahweh is salvation." This name is central to Christian belief, as it encapsulates the mission and purpose of Christ's life on earth. In the context of this verse, Jesus is not just a man walking by; He is the embodiment of God's plan for salvation. Historically, Jesus' presence in this scene marks the beginning of His public ministry, a pivotal moment in the New Testament narrative.

walking by
The phrase "walking by" suggests movement and purpose. In the Greek, "περιπατέω" (peripateō) is used, which can mean to walk around or to live. This implies that Jesus was actively engaged in His mission. The image of Jesus walking by also symbolizes His journey towards fulfilling His divine purpose. Archaeologically, this setting would have been along the Jordan River, a place of significant spiritual activity and symbolism in Jewish tradition.

he said
The phrase "he said" refers to John the Baptist speaking. In the Greek, "λέγω" (legō) is used, which means to say or to speak. This is not just a casual remark; it is a prophetic declaration. John the Baptist's role as a prophet is highlighted here, as he speaks with authority and insight given by the Holy Spirit. His words are meant to draw attention and convey a profound truth to those around him.

Look
The word "Look" is a call to attention. In Greek, "ἴδε" (ide) is an imperative form, urging those present to behold or consider carefully. This is an invitation to witness something extraordinary. John the Baptist is directing the focus of his disciples and others to Jesus, emphasizing the importance of recognizing Him for who He truly is. This call to attention is a pivotal moment, as it shifts the focus from John to Jesus.

the Lamb of God
The phrase "the Lamb of God" is rich with theological significance. In Greek, "ὁ ἀμνὸς τοῦ Θεοῦ" (ho amnos tou Theou) refers to a sacrificial lamb. This imagery is deeply rooted in Jewish tradition, particularly the Passover lamb, which was sacrificed to atone for the sins of the people. By calling Jesus the "Lamb of God," John the Baptist is identifying Him as the ultimate sacrifice for humanity's sins. This title foreshadows Jesus' crucifixion and His role as the Savior. Scripturally, this connects to Isaiah 53:7, where the suffering servant is likened to a lamb led to slaughter, and to Revelation 5:6, where the Lamb is central to the vision of redemption. This declaration is a profound revelation of Jesus' mission and purpose, inviting believers to understand the depth of God's love and the sacrifice made for their salvation.

(36) And looking upon.--Better, and he looked upon Jesus as He was walking, and saith. The word "looked upon" expresses a fixed, earnest gaze. (Comp. John 1:42; Matthew 19:26; Mark 10:21; Mark 10:27; &c.) At this look, all the old thoughts in their fulness come crowding back. Yes. It is He. "Behold the Lamb of God!"

Verse 36. - And steadfastly regarding (see Mark 10:21, 27; Luke 20:17; Luke 22:61) - with eager and penetrating glance, as though something might be learned from his slightest movements - Jesus as he walked; "walked," not towards John, as on the previous day, but in some opposite direction. This implies that their relative functions were not identical, and not to be confounded. This is the last time when the Baptist and the Christ were together, and the sublime meekness of John, and his surrender of all primary claims to deference, throw light on the unspeakable and gentle dignity of Jesus. He saith, Behold the Lamb of God. The simple phrase, without further exposition, implies that he was recalling to their minds the mighty appellation which he had bestowed upon the Saviour on the previous day, with all the additional interpretation of the term with which it had then been accompanied. The brevity of the cry here marks the emphasis which it bore, and the rich associations it already conveyed. The testimony to the method by which John had, at least in part, arrived at the conclusion is very remarkable. Jesus would not have fulfilled in John's mind the prophetic oracle of the Divine Lamb, or the sacrificial offering for the sin of the world, if steps had not been taken to convince John that he was the veritable Son of God. No mere human nature, but only that humanity which was an incarnation of the Eternal Logos, and filled with the abiding of the Holy Spirit, could be God's Lamb. Cf. here the remarkable fact that it was when the disciples had learned more clearly and grasped more firmly the idea of his Divine sonship that the Lord repeatedly proceeded to explain to them the approach of his sacrificial sufferings and death. As Son of God, he must die for man (Matthew 16:21; Luke 9:22, 43, 44; John 16:29-32).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
When
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

he saw
ἐμβλέψας (emblepsas)
Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 1689: From en and blepo; to look on, i.e. to observe fixedly, or to discern clearly.

Jesus
Ἰησοῦ (Iēsou)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.

walking by,
περιπατοῦντι (peripatounti)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 4043: From peri and pateo; to tread all around, i.e. Walk at large; figuratively, to live, deport oneself, follow.

he said,
λέγει (legei)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 3004: (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command.

“Look,
Ἴδε (Ide)
Verb - Aorist Imperative Active - 2nd Person Singular
Strong's 2400: See! Lo! Behold! Look! Second person singular imperative middle voice of eido; used as imperative lo!

the
(ho)
Article - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

Lamb
Ἀμνὸς (Amnos)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 286: A lamb (as a type of innocence, and with sacrificial connotation). Apparently a primary word; a lamb.

of God!”
Θεοῦ (Theou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.


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