New International VersionThe next day Jesus decided to leave for Galilee. Finding Philip, he said to him, “Follow me.”
New Living TranslationThe next day Jesus decided to go to Galilee. He found Philip and said to him, “Come, follow me.”
English Standard VersionThe next day Jesus decided to go to Galilee. He found Philip and said to him, “Follow me.”
Berean Standard BibleThe next day Jesus decided to set out for Galilee. Finding Philip, He told him, “Follow Me.”
Berean Literal BibleOn the next day He desired to go forth into Galilee. And He finds Philip. And Jesus says to him, "Follow Me."
King James BibleThe day following Jesus would go forth into Galilee, and findeth Philip, and saith unto him, Follow me.
New King James VersionThe following day Jesus wanted to go to Galilee, and He found Philip and said to him, “Follow Me.”
New American Standard BibleThe next day He decided to go to Galilee, and He found Philip. And Jesus said to him, “Follow Me.”
NASB 1995The next day He purposed to go into Galilee, and He found Philip. And Jesus said to him, “Follow Me.”
NASB 1977The next day He purposed to go forth into Galilee, and He found Philip. And Jesus said to him, “Follow Me.”
Legacy Standard BibleOn the next day, He desired to go into Galilee, and He found Philip. And Jesus said to him, “Follow Me.”
Amplified BibleThe next day Jesus decided to go into Galilee, and He found Philip and said to him, “Follow Me [as My disciple, accepting Me as your Master and Teacher, and walking the same path of life that I walk].”
Christian Standard BibleThe next day Jesus decided to leave for Galilee. He found Philip and told him, “Follow me.”
Holman Christian Standard BibleThe next day He decided to leave for Galilee. Jesus found Philip and told him, “Follow Me!”
American Standard VersionOn the morrow he was minded to go forth into Galilee, and he findeth Philip: and Jesus saith unto him, Follow me.
English Revised VersionOn the morrow he was minded to go forth into Galilee, and he findeth Philip: and Jesus saith unto him, Follow me.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationThe next day Jesus wanted to go to Galilee. He found Philip and told him, "Follow me!"
Good News TranslationThe next day Jesus decided to go to Galilee. He found Philip and said to him, "Come with me!" (
International Standard VersionThe next day, Jesus decided to go away to Galilee, where he found Philip and told him, "Follow me."
NET BibleOn the next day Jesus wanted to set out for Galilee. He found Philip and said to him, "Follow me."
New Heart English BibleOn the next day, he was determined to go out into Galilee, and he found Philip. And Jesus said to him, "Follow me."
Webster's Bible TranslationThe day following Jesus would go forth into Galilee, and findeth Philip, and saith to him, follow me.
Weymouth New TestamentThe next day, having decided to leave Bethany and go into Galilee, Jesus found Philip, and invited him to follow Him. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThe next day Jesus decided to set out for Galilee. Finding Philip, He told him, “Follow Me.”
World English BibleOn the next day, he was determined to go out into Galilee, and he found Philip. Jesus said to him, “Follow me.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionOn the next day He willed to go forth to Galilee, and He finds Philip and says to him, “Follow Me.”
Berean Literal BibleOn the next day He desired to go forth into Galilee. And He finds Philip. And Jesus says to him, "Follow Me."
Young's Literal Translation On the morrow, he willed to go forth to Galilee, and he findeth Philip, and saith to him, 'Be following me.'
Smith's Literal TranslationThe morrow Jesus wished to go forth to Galilee, and he finds Philip, and he says to him, Follow me. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleOn the following day, he would go forth into Galilee, and he findeth Philip. And Jesus saith to him: Follow me.
Catholic Public Domain VersionOn the next day, he wanted to go into Galilee, and he found Philip. And Jesus said to him, “Follow me.”
New American BibleThe next day he decided to go to Galilee, and he found Philip. And Jesus said to him, “Follow me.”
New Revised Standard VersionThe next day Jesus decided to go to Galilee. He found Philip and said to him, “Follow me.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe next day Jesus wanted to leave for Galilee, and he found Philip, and said to him, Follow me.
Aramaic Bible in Plain EnglishAnd the next day Yeshua wanted to depart to Galilee and he met Phillipus and he said to him: “Follow me.” NT Translations Anderson New Testamentand he brought him to Jesus. Jesus looking on him, said: You are Simon, the son of Jonah; you shall be called Cephas (which, when translated, is Rock).
Godbey New Testament
On the following day he wished to depart into Galilee, and he finds Philip. And Jesus says to him;Follow me.
Haweis New Testament
The next day Jesus resolved to go into Galilee, and he findeth Philip, and saith to him, Follow me.
Mace New Testament
The day following Jesus having a mind to go into Galilee, met with Philip, and said to him, follow me.
Weymouth New Testament
The next day, having decided to leave Bethany and go into Galilee, Jesus found Philip, and invited him to follow Him.
Worrell New Testament
On the morrow, He wished to go forth into Galilee; and He findeth Philip, and saith to him,"Follow Me."
Worsley New Testament
The day following Jesus had a mind to go out into Galilee, and meeting with Philip, saith unto him,Follow me.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context Jesus Calls Philip and Nathanael42Andrew brought him to Jesus, who looked at him and said, “You are Simon son of John. You will be called Cephas” (which is translated as Peter). 43Thenext dayJesus decidedto set outforGalilee.FindingPhilip,Hetoldhim,“FollowMe.”44Now Philip was from Bethsaida, the same town as Andrew and Peter.…
Cross References Matthew 4:19“Come, follow Me,” Jesus said, “and I will make you fishers of men.”
Mark 1:17“Come, follow Me,” Jesus said, “and I will make you fishers of men.”
Luke 5:27After this, Jesus went out and saw a tax collector named Levi sitting at the tax booth. “Follow Me,” He told him,
John 12:26If anyone serves Me, he must follow Me; and where I am, My servant will be as well. If anyone serves Me, the Father will honor him.
Matthew 9:9As Jesus went on from there, He saw a man named Matthew sitting at the tax booth. “Follow Me,” He told him, and Matthew got up and followed Him.
Mark 2:14As He was walking along, He saw Levi son of Alphaeus sitting at the tax booth. “Follow Me,” He told him, and Levi got up and followed Him.
Luke 9:59Then He said to another man, “Follow Me.” The man replied, “Lord, first let me go and bury my father.”
John 21:19Jesus said this to indicate the kind of death by which Peter would glorify God. And after He had said this, He told him, “Follow Me.”
John 21:22Jesus answered, “If I want him to remain until I return, what is that to you? You follow Me!”
Matthew 8:22But Jesus told him, “Follow Me, and let the dead bury their own dead.”
Luke 18:22On hearing this, Jesus told him, “You still lack one thing: Sell everything you own and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow Me.”
John 10:27My sheep listen to My voice; I know them, and they follow Me.
Matthew 16:24Then Jesus told His disciples, “If anyone wants to come after Me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow Me.
Mark 8:34Then Jesus called the crowd to Him along with His disciples, and He told them, “If anyone wants to come after Me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow Me.
Luke 14:27And whoever does not carry his cross and follow Me cannot be My disciple.
Treasury of Scripture The day following Jesus would go forth into Galilee, and finds Philip, and said to him, Follow me. and findeth. Isaiah 65:1 I am sought ofthem that asked notfor me; I am found ofthem that sought me not: I said, Behold me, behold me, unto a nationthat was not called by my name. Matthew 4:18-21 And Jesus, walking by the sea of Galilee, saw two brethren, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers… Matthew 9:9 And as Jesus passed forth from thence, he saw a man, named Matthew, sitting at the receipt of custom: and he saith unto him, Follow me. And he arose, and followed him. Jump to Previous BethanyDecidedDesireDeterminedDiscipleFindethFindingFindsFollowFollowingForthFoundGalileeInvitedJesusLeaveMindedMorrowPhilipPurposedJump to Next BethanyDecidedDesireDeterminedDiscipleFindethFindingFindsFollowFollowingForthFoundGalileeInvitedJesusLeaveMindedMorrowPhilipPurposedJohn 1 1.The divinity, humanity, office, and incarnation of Jesus Christ.15.The testimony of John.39.The calling of Simon and Andrew, Philip and NathanaelThe next dayThis phrase indicates a continuation of events in the early ministry of Jesus. It follows the calling of Andrew and Peter, suggesting a sequential gathering of His disciples. The timeline emphasizes the immediacy and intentionality of Jesus' mission. Jesus decided to set out for Galilee
Galilee is significant as a region where Jesus performed much of His ministry. It was a diverse area with a mix of Jews and Gentiles, reflecting the broader mission of Jesus to reach all people. This decision underscores Jesus' purposeful movement and divine plan, as Galilee would become a central location for His teachings and miracles. Finding Philip
Philip, like Andrew and Peter, was from Bethsaida, a town in Galilee. The act of "finding" suggests a deliberate choice by Jesus, highlighting the personal nature of His call. Philip's inclusion among the first disciples points to the importance of personal relationships in the spread of the Gospel. He told him, “Follow Me.”
This command is a direct invitation to discipleship, emphasizing obedience and commitment. "Follow Me" is a call to leave behind one's former life and embrace a new identity in Christ. It echoes the calls of other prophets and leaders in the Old Testament, such as Elijah's call to Elisha, and foreshadows the Great Commission. This phrase encapsulates the essence of Christian discipleship: a personal relationship with Jesus and a commitment to His mission. Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusThe central figure of the New Testament, the Son of God, who calls His disciples to follow Him. 2. PhilipOne of the twelve apostles, who is called by Jesus in this passage. He is from Bethsaida, the same town as Andrew and Peter. 3. GalileeA region in northern Israel where Jesus began His ministry and called several of His disciples. Teaching Points Divine InitiativeJesus takes the initiative in calling His disciples. This reminds us that our relationship with Christ begins with His call to us. Immediate ObediencePhilip's response to Jesus' call is immediate. As believers, we are encouraged to respond promptly to God's leading in our lives. Personal CallingJesus' call to "Follow Me" is personal and direct. Each believer is called individually to a relationship with Christ and to participate in His mission. Mission Begins at HomeJesus begins His ministry in Galilee, a familiar place. We are reminded that our mission field often starts in our own communities and familiar settings. The Role of DiscipleshipPhilip's calling is a reminder of the importance of discipleship. As followers of Christ, we are called to grow in our faith and help others do the same. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from John 1
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Where was Jesus three days post-baptism? After being driven to the wilderness for 40 days, he selected disciples and attended a wedding in Cana, Galilee.(43) The day following, that is, the fourth day from the inquiry by the Sanhedrin (see John 1:29; John 1:35; John 1:43). Findeth Philip.--Just as he was going forth from his lodging of the previous night (John 1:39). Philip is mentioned in the other Gospels only in the lists of the Twelve. The touches of character are all found in St. John. (Comp.John 6:5;John 12:21;John 14:8.) . . . Verses 43, 44. - On the morrow - i.e. on the fourth day after the deputation from the Sanhedrin - he willed - or was minded - to go forth into Galilee, to commence his homeward journey. Whether this implies an actual beginning of his route, or suggests, before any step was taken in that direction, that the following incidents occurred, cannot be determined, though commentators take opposite sides, as though something important depended upon it. The former supposition is, however, in keeping with the considerable distance, on any hypothesis of the site of Bethany, between it and Cana. And he (the Lord himself "finds;" the two earliest disciples had sought and found him) findeth Philip; very probably on the route from the scene of John's baptism to the Bethsaida on the western shore of the Lake of Galilee. And Jesus saith to him, Follow me; become one of my ἀκόλουθοι. The arguments, the reasons, which weighed with him are not given at first, but we find that he soon learned the same great lesson as that which the other disciples had acquired, and he clothes them in memorable words. Now Philip was from Bethsaida, of the city of Andrew and Peter. This is a remark of the evangelist, who did not consider it necessary to say from what city or neighbourhood he had himself issued. This town has utterly perished ( Matthew 11:20), although some travellers (Robinson, 3:359; Wilson and Warren) believe that indications were found north of Khan Minyeh, and others have identified it with Tell-Hum. Some writers ('Picturesque Palestine,' vol. 2:74, 81, etc.) discover it in Ain etTabighah, where some remains of a fountain reservoir and other buildings are found. It was identified by Thomson with Abu-Zany, on the west of the entrance of Jordan into the lake. The two pairs of brothers must have been familiar with Philip. Some interesting hints of character are attainable from John 6:5, in which an incident occurs where Philip revealed a practical wisdom and confident purpose, and again in John 12:21, 22, where Andrew and Philip are made the confidants of the Greeks, and Philip is the one who seems able and willing to introduce them to Jesus. In John 14:8 Philip uttered one of the great longings of the human heart - a passionate desire to solve all mysteries, by the vision of the Father; but he lets out the fact that be had not seen all that he might have seen and known in Jesus himself. Subsequent history shows that Philip was one of the "great lights of Asia," and was held in the highest esteem (Eusebius, 'Hist. Eccl.,' 3:31). He must not be confounded with Philip the evangelist, whose daughters prophesied ( Acts 8; Acts 21:8).
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Greek TheΤῇ(Tē)Article - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.next dayἐπαύριον(epaurion)Adverb
Strong's 1887:Tomorrow. From epi and aurion; occurring on the succeeding day, i.e. to-morrow.[Jesus] decidedἠθέλησεν(ēthelēsen)Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2309:To will, wish, desire, be willing, intend, design.to set outἐξελθεῖν(exelthein)Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active
Strong's 1831:To go out, come out. From ek and erchomai; to issue.forεἰς(eis)Preposition
Strong's 1519:A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.Galilee.Γαλιλαίαν(Galilaian)Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1056:Of Hebrew origin; Galiloea, a region of Palestine.Findingεὑρίσκει(heuriskei)Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2147:A prolonged form of a primary heuro, which heureo is used for it in all the tenses except the present and imperfect to find.Philip,Φίλιππον(Philippon)Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5376:From philos and hippos; fond of horses; Philippus, the name of four Israelites.[He]Ἰησοῦς(Iēsous)Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2424:Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.toldλέγει(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.him,αὐτῷ(autō)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846:He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.“FollowἈκολούθει(Akolouthei)Verb - Present Imperative Active - 2nd Person Singular
Strong's 190:To accompany, attend, follow. Properly, to be in the same way with, i.e. To accompany.Me.”μοι(moi)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1473:I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.
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