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Love One Another
…34A new commandment I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you also must love one another.35Bythiseveryonewill knowthatyou areMydisciples,ifyou loveone another.”36“Lord, where are You going?” Simon Peter asked. Jesus answered, “Where I am going, you cannot follow Me now, but you will follow later.”…

Treasury of Scripture

By this shall all men know that you are my disciples, if you have love one to another.

John 17:21
That they all may be one; as thou, Father,art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me.

Genesis 13:7,8
And there was a strife between the herdmen of Abram's cattle and the herdmen of Lot's cattle: and the Canaanite and the Perizzite dwelled then in the land…

Acts 4:32-35
And the multitude of them that believed were of one heart and of one soul: neither said anyof them that ought of the things which he possessed was his own; but they had all things common…

AmongstClearDisciplesLoveYourselvesAmongstClearDisciplesLoveYourselves1.Jesus washes the disciples' feet, and exhorts them to humility and charity.
18.He foretells and discovers to John by a token, that Judas should betray him;
31.commands them to love one another;
36.and forewarns Peter of his denials.

By this everyone will know that you are My disciples,
This phrase emphasizes the distinguishing mark of Jesus' followers. In the context of the Last Supper, Jesus is preparing His disciples for His departure. The "this" refers to the love they are to show one another, which serves as a testimony to the world. Historically, the early Christian community was known for its love and unity, which set it apart from other groups. This love is not merely an emotion but a commitment to act in the best interest of others, reflecting the sacrificial love of Christ. The phrase also connects toMatthew 5:16, where Jesus speaks of letting one's light shine before others.

if you love one another.”
The conditional "if" indicates that love is the essential evidence of true discipleship. This love is agape, a selfless, unconditional love that mirrors the love of Christ. In the cultural context of the time, such love was countercultural, as society was often divided by class, ethnicity, and religion. The command to love one another is a recurring theme in the New Testament, seen in passages like 1John 4:7-8, which states that love is from God and those who love are born of God. This love is a fulfillment of the law, as Paul writes inRomans 13:10, and is a reflection of the new covenant relationship established by Jesus.

1.Jesus Christ
The speaker of this verse, Jesus is addressing His disciples during the Last Supper, imparting crucial teachings before His crucifixion.

2.The Disciples
The immediate audience of Jesus' teaching, representing all future followers of Christ.

3.The Last Supper
The setting of this teaching, a significant event where Jesus shares His final instructions and demonstrates servanthood by washing the disciples' feet.The Mark of Discipleship
Love is the distinguishing mark of a true disciple of Christ. It is not merely an emotion but an active choice to seek the best for others.

Love as Witness
Our love for one another serves as a powerful testimony to the world about the reality of Jesus and His transformative power in our lives.

Agape Love
The Greek word for love used here is "agape," which refers to selfless, sacrificial love. This is the type of love Jesus demonstrated and calls us to emulate.

Unity in the Body of Christ
Loving one another fosters unity within the church, which is essential for effective ministry and witness.

Practical Expressions of Love
Love should be evident in our actions, words, and attitudes. This includes forgiveness, encouragement, service, and bearing one another's burdens.1.What is the meaning of John 13:35?

2.How can we demonstrate love as Jesus commands in John 13:35 today?

3.Why is love a distinguishing mark of discipleship according to John 13:35?

4.How does John 13:35 connect with 1 John 4:7-8 on love?

5.What practical steps can we take to love one another more deeply?

6.How does loving others reflect our relationship with Christ in John 13:35?

7.How does John 13:35 define true discipleship according to Jesus' teachings?

8.Why is love emphasized as the distinguishing mark of Jesus' followers in John 13:35?

9.How does John 13:35 challenge modern Christian communities in their practice of love?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from John 13?

11.How should Christians live and act in unity and love?

12.Are Christians generally homophobic?

13.What does it mean to walk in love?

14.What does 'Love One Another as I Have Loved You' mean?By this

- Jesus sets the standard right at the outset. “By this” signals one unmistakable mark He is about to reveal, not a collection of optional virtues (John 15:14).

- The focus is narrow and intentional, as if the Lord is saying, “Pay full attention; what follows is the defining test.”

- It echoesExodus 12:13 where a single sign—the lamb’s blood—distinguished God’s people. So here, one sign marks true discipleship.

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everyone will know

- The witness is public, not private. When love flourishes among believers, outsiders perceive something genuine (Acts 2:46–47).

- “Everyone” includes skeptics, critics, and seekers alike. Love is universally recognizable, transcending culture or background (1 Corinthians 14:24–25).

- God’s design is evangelistic: our relationships become the sermon the world hears first (Matthew 5:16).

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that you are My disciples

- The identity in view is relational, not merely doctrinal. Right beliefs matter, but Jesus ties credibility to visible love (1 John 4:20–21).

- Disciples represent their Rabbi; therefore, the character of Christ must be mirrored in the community (Philippians 2:1–5).

- The phrase highlights exclusivity: love authenticates a genuine connection to Jesus, distinguishing His followers from mere admirers (Luke 6:46).

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if you love one another

- Love here is active, sacrificial choice, modeled moments earlier when Jesus washed the disciples’ feet (John 13:14–15).

- Practical expressions include:

• Bearing with weaknesses (Romans 15:1–2)

• Forgiving readily (Colossians 3:13)

• Sharing resources (1 John 3:17–18)

• Encouraging daily (Hebrews 3:13)

- The command targets “one another,” underscoring mutual responsibility inside the body, which then overflows outward (Galatians 6:10).

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summary

John 13:35 teaches that Christ-appointed love is the singular badge identifying authentic disciples. When believers choose sacrificial, observable love, a watching world gains undeniable evidence that Jesus is alive and His followers belong to Him.

(35)By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples.--The thought of their state of orphanage when He should depart from them is still present. He gives them a bond of union, by which they should always be linked to Him and to each other in the principle of love. The followers of great Teachers and Rabbis had their distinctive marks. Here was the distinctive Christian mark, which all men should be able to read. It is instructive that the characteristic mark of Christianity should thus be asserted by its Founder to consist, not in any formulary or signs, but in the love which asserts the brotherhood of man. The apologists of the first centuries delighted in appealing to the striking fact of the common love of Christians, which was a new thing in the history of mankind; and while the Church has sometimes forgotten the characteristic, the world never has. By their love for each other, for mankind, for God, is it known or denied that men who call themselves Christians are really Christ's disciples.

Verse 35. -By (or,in)this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one toward another. Not by works of majesty and power, but by love to one another. All commentators refer to the well-known saying of St. John at Ephesus, as recorded by Jerome, "This is the Lord's commandment. If ye love one another it is enough" (Tholuck refers to Tertullian's 'Apol.,' 39; Minucius Felix, "They love before they know each other ;" and Lucian, "Their Master makes them believe they are brothers," 'De Mort. Pereg.'). Analogies to the great law of Christ may be found in the Law of Moses, in Talmudical writings, in the Confucian 'Analcets,' and in Stoical maxims; but thisἐντολή in its fullness, and as sustained by this motive, or inspired by this pattern, and lifted to this standard, isnew to the human race: and it is the power which has revolutionized thought, society, and life. So long as this great power prevailed, the Church made astounding progress; when the so-called disciples of Christ began to hale and kill one another the progress was arrested. But, thank God, the "new commandment" has always had marvelous power over the Church of Christ.

Parallel Commentaries ...


By
ἐν(en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722:In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

this
τούτῳ(toutō)
Demonstrative Pronoun - Dative Neuter Singular
Strong's 3778:This; he, she, it.

all [men]
πάντες(pantes)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3956:All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.

will know
γνώσονται(gnōsontai)
Verb - Future Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 1097:A prolonged form of a primary verb; to 'know' in a great variety of applications and with many implications.

that
ὅτι(hoti)
Conjunction
Strong's 3754:Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.

you are
ἐστε(este)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 1510:I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.

My
ἐμοὶ(emoi)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1699:My, mine. From the oblique cases of ego; my.

disciples,
μαθηταί(mathētai)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3101:A learner, disciple, pupil. From manthano; a learner, i.e. Pupil.

if
ἐὰν(ean)
Conjunction
Strong's 1437:If. From ei and an; a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.

you love
ἀγάπην(agapēn)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 26:From agapao; love, i.e. Affection or benevolence; specially a love-feast.

one another.”
ἀλλήλοις(allēlois)
Personal / Reciprocal Pronoun - Dative Masculine Plural
Strong's 240:One another, each other. Genitive plural from allos reduplicated; one another.


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