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◄ John 7:26►
New International Version
Here he is, speaking publicly, and they are not saying a word to him. Have the authorities really concluded that he is the Messiah?

New Living Translation
But here he is, speaking in public, and they say nothing to him. Could our leaders possibly believe that he is the Messiah?

English Standard Version
And here he is, speaking openly, and they say nothing to him! Can it be that the authorities really know that this is the Christ?

Berean Standard Bible
Yet here He is, speaking publicly, and they are not saying anything to Him. Have the rulers truly recognized that this is the Christ?

Berean Literal Bible
And behold, He speaks publicly, and they say nothing ever to Him. Have the rulers truly recognized that this is the Christ?

King James Bible
But, lo, he speaketh boldly, and they say nothing unto him. Do the rulers know indeed that this is the very Christ?

New King James Version
But look! He speaks boldly, and they say nothing to Him. Do the rulers know indeed that this is truly the Christ?

New American Standard Bible
Andyet look, He is speaking publicly, and they are saying nothing to Him. The rulers do not really know that this is the Christ, do they?

NASB 1995
“Look, He is speaking publicly, and they are saying nothing to Him. The rulers do not really know that this is the Christ, do they?

NASB 1977
“And look, He is speaking publicly, and they are saying nothing to Him. The rulers do not really know that this is the Christ, do they?

Legacy Standard Bible
And look, He is speaking openly, and they are saying nothing to Him. Do the rulers truly know that this is the Christ?

Amplified Bible
Look, He is speaking publicly, and they say nothing to Him! Is it possible that the rulers really know that this is the Christ?

Christian Standard Bible
Yet, look, he’s speaking publicly and they’re saying nothing to him. Can it be true that the authorities know he is the Messiah?

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Yet, look! He’s speaking publicly and they’re saying nothing to Him. Can it be true that the authorities know He is the Messiah?

American Standard Version
And lo, he speaketh openly, and they say nothing unto him. Can it be that the rulers indeed know that this is the Christ?

Contemporary English Version
Yet here he is, speaking for everyone to hear. And no one is arguing with him. Do you suppose the authorities know he is the Messiah?

English Revised Version
And lo, he speaketh openly, and they say nothing unto him. Can it be that the rulers indeed know that this is the Christ?

GOD'S WORD® Translation
But look at this! He's speaking in public, and no one is saying anything to him! Can it be that the rulers really know that this man is the Messiah?

Good News Translation
Look! He is talking in public, and they say nothing against him! Can it be that they really know that he is the Messiah?

International Standard Version
And look, he is speaking in public, and they are not saying anything to him! Can it be that the authorities really know that this is the Messiah?

NET Bible
Yet here he is, speaking publicly, and they are saying nothing to him. Do the rulers really know that this man is the Christ?

New Heart English Bible
Look, he speaks openly, and they say nothing to him. Can it be that the rulers indeed know that this is the Christ?

Webster's Bible Translation
But lo, he speaketh boldly, and they say nothing to him. Do the rulers know indeed that this is the very Christ?

Weymouth New Testament
But here he is, speaking openly and boldly, and they say nothing to him! Can the Rulers really have ascertained that this man is the Christ?
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
Yet here He is, speaking publicly, and they are not saying anything to Him. Have the rulers truly recognized that this is the Christ?

World English Bible
Behold, he speaks openly, and they say nothing to him. Can it be that the rulers indeed know that this is truly the Christ?
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And behold, He speaks freely, and they say nothing to Him; did the rulers truly know that this is the Christ?

Berean Literal Bible
And behold, He speaks publicly, and they say nothing ever to Him. Have the rulers truly recognized that this is the Christ?

Young's Literal Translation
and, lo, he doth speak freely, and they say nothing to him; did the rulers at all know truly that this is truly the Christ?

Smith's Literal Translation
And, behold, he speaks in freedom of speech, and they say nothing to him. Not at any time knew the rulers truly, that this is truly Christ?
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And behold, he speaketh openly, and they say nothing to him. Have the rulers known for a truth, that this is the Christ?

Catholic Public Domain Version
And behold, he is speaking openly, and they say nothing to him. Could the leaders have decided that it is true this one is the Christ?

New American Bible
And look, he is speaking openly and they say nothing to him. Could the authorities have realized that he is the Messiah?

New Revised Standard Version
And here he is, speaking openly, but they say nothing to him! Can it be that the authorities really know that this is the Messiah?
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And yet he speaks openly, but they say nothing to him. Perhaps our elders have found out that he is the Christ?

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
“And behold, he speaks openly and they say nothing to him. Is it possible the Elders know that This is The Messiah?”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
and, lo, he is speaking boldly, and they say nothing to him. Have the rulers really learned that this is the Christ?

Godbey New Testament
And behold He speaks publicly, and they say nothing to Him. Whether do the rulers truly know that He is the Christ?

Haweis New Testament
And, lo! he speaketh openly, and they say not a word to him. Do the rulers certainly know that this man is really the Messiah?

Mace New Testament
yet there he is talking publickly without any opposition: are not the rulers convinc'd that he is the Messiah?

Weymouth New Testament
But here he is, speaking openly and boldly, and they say nothing to him! Can the Rulers really have ascertained that this man is the Christ?

Worrell New Testament
And, behold, He is speaking openly, and they say nothing to Him! Did the rulers ever truly know that This is the Christ?

Worsley New Testament
and here He talketh openly, and they say nothing to Him: Do the rulers indeed know, that this is in truth the Messiah?

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Is Jesus the Christ?
25Then some of the people of Jerusalem began to say, “Isn’t this the man they are trying to kill?26YethereHe is, speakingpublicly,andthey are not sayinganythingto Him.Have therulerstrulyrecognizedthatthisistheChrist?27But we know where this man is from. When the Christ comes, no one will know where He is from.”…

Cross References
John 7:12-13
Many in the crowds were whispering about Him. Some said, “He is a good man.” But others replied, “No, He deceives the people.” / Yet no one would speak publicly about Him for fear of the Jews.

John 5:18
Because of this, the Jews tried all the harder to kill Him. Not only was He breaking the Sabbath, but He was even calling God His own Father, making Himself equal with God.

John 9:22
His parents said this because they were afraid of the Jews. For the Jews had already determined that anyone who confessed Jesus as the Christ would be put out of the synagogue.

John 11:47-48
Then the chief priests and Pharisees convened the Sanhedrin and said, “What are we to do? This man is performing many signs. / If we let Him go on like this, everyone will believe in Him, and then the Romans will come and take away both our place and our nation.”

John 12:42-43
Nevertheless, many of the leaders believed in Him. But because of the Pharisees they did not confess Him, for fear that they would be put out of the synagogue. / For they loved praise from men more than praise from God.

John 19:6-7
As soon as the chief priests and officers saw Him, they shouted, “Crucify Him! Crucify Him!” “You take Him and crucify Him,” Pilate replied, “for I find no basis for a charge against Him.” / “We have a law,” answered the Jews, “and according to that law He must die, because He declared Himself to be the Son of God.”

Matthew 21:46
Although they wanted to arrest Him, they were afraid of the crowds, because the people regarded Him as a prophet.

Luke 20:19
When the scribes and chief priests realized that Jesus had spoken this parable against them, they sought to arrest Him that very hour. But they were afraid of the people.

Mark 11:18
When the chief priests and scribes heard this, they looked for a way to kill Him. For they were afraid of Him, because the whole crowd was astonished at His teaching.

Acts 4:16-17
“What shall we do with these men?” they asked. “It is clear to everyone living in Jerusalem that a remarkable miracle has occurred through them, and we cannot deny it. / But to keep this message from spreading any further among the people, we must warn them not to speak to anyone in this name.”

Acts 5:28
“We gave you strict orders not to teach in this name,” he said. “Yet you have filled Jerusalem with your teaching and are determined to make us responsible for this man’s blood.”

Acts 9:23
After many days had passed, the Jews conspired to kill him,

Acts 13:45
But when the Jews saw the crowds, they were filled with jealousy, and they blasphemously contradicted what Paul was saying.

Acts 17:5
The Jews, however, became jealous. So they brought in some troublemakers from the marketplace, formed a mob, and sent the city into an uproar. They raided Jason’s house in search of Paul and Silas, hoping to bring them out to the people.

Acts 18:12-13
While Gallio was proconsul of Achaia, the Jews coordinated an attack on Paul and brought him before the judgment seat. / “This man is persuading the people to worship God in ways contrary to the law,” they said.


Treasury of Scripture

But, see, he speaks boldly, and they say nothing to him. Do the rulers know indeed that this is the very Christ?

he speaketh.

Psalm 40:9,10
I have preached righteousness in the great congregation: lo, I have not refrained my lips, O LORD, thou knowest…

Psalm 71:15,16
My mouth shall shew forth thy righteousnessand thy salvation all the day; for I know not the numbersthereof…

Proverbs 28:1
The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion.

Do.

John 7:48
Have any of the rulers or of the Pharisees believed on him?

John 9:22
Thesewords spake his parents, because they feared the Jews: for the Jews had agreed already, that if any man did confess that he was Christ, he should be put out of the synagogue.

John 11:47-53
Then gathered the chief priests and the Pharisees a council, and said, What do we? for this man doeth many miracles…

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John 7
1.Jesus reproves the ambition and boldness of his kinsmen;
10.goes up from Galilee to the feast of tabernacles;
14.teaches in the temple.
40.Various opinions of him among the people.
45.The Pharisees are angry that their officers took him not,
50.and chide with Nicodemus for taking his side.














Yet here He is, speaking publicly
In this context, Jesus is in Jerusalem during the Feast of Tabernacles, a significant Jewish festival. Despite previous threats against Him, He speaks openly in the temple courts. This boldness contrasts with the secrecy His brothers suggested earlier (John 7:3-4). His public teaching fulfills the prophecy of the Messiah being a teacher and a prophet (Deuteronomy 18:15). The act of speaking publicly also demonstrates His authority and fearlessness, characteristics of the Messiah.

and they are not saying anything to Him.
The Jewish leaders, who previously sought to kill Jesus (John 7:1), are now silent. This silence could indicate their confusion or fear of the crowd, who were divided in their opinions about Jesus (John 7:12-13). The leaders' inaction may also reflect a divine restraint, allowing Jesus to fulfill His mission. This moment highlights the tension between Jesus' growing influence and the leaders' inability to counteract it effectively.

Have the rulers truly recognized that this is the Christ?
This question reflects the crowd's speculation about the leaders' motives. The term "Christ" refers to the Messiah, the anointed one prophesied in the Hebrew Scriptures. The crowd wonders if the leaders' silence means they acknowledge Jesus as the Messiah. This question underscores the messianic expectations of the time and the leaders' struggle to reconcile Jesus' actions and teachings with their understanding of the Messiah. The rulers' eventual rejection of Jesus (John 7:48) fulfills the prophecy of the Messiah being despised and rejected (Isaiah 53:3).

Persons / Places / Events
1.Jesus Christ
Central figure in this passage, speaking publicly in the temple courts during the Feast of Tabernacles.

2.Jewish Authorities
Religious leaders who are questioning Jesus' identity and authority, yet are not arresting Him despite His public teaching.

3.The Crowd
The people present at the temple, witnessing Jesus' teachings and the authorities' inaction, leading to their speculation about His identity.

4.Jerusalem
The city where this event takes place, specifically in the temple courts, a significant location for Jewish worship and teaching.

5.Feast of Tabernacles
A major Jewish festival during which this event occurs, drawing many people to Jerusalem and providing a backdrop for Jesus' public ministry.
Teaching Points
Public Proclamation of Faith
Jesus' example of speaking publicly about His identity encourages believers to boldly proclaim their faith, even in the face of opposition.

Authority of Christ
The passage challenges us to recognize and submit to the authority of Christ, as the crowd speculates whether the authorities have done.

Fear of Man vs. Fear of God
The authorities' inaction may stem from fear of the crowd or political repercussions, reminding us to prioritize God's approval over human opinion.

Discernment in Belief
The crowd's question about Jesus' identity calls us to discern truth from speculation and to seek understanding through Scripture and prayer.

Courage in Witnessing
Like Jesus, we are called to be courageous in our witness, trusting that God will use our testimony for His purposes.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1.What is the meaning of John 7:26?

2.How does John 7:26 reveal Jesus' authority and identity as the Messiah?

3.Why were the authorities hesitant to arrest Jesus, according to John 7:26?

4.How can we boldly proclaim Jesus' identity in our daily lives today?

5.What Old Testament prophecies affirm Jesus' role as the Messiah in John 7:26?

6.How should believers respond when faced with opposition for their faith in Christ?

7.Why do authorities remain silent if Jesus is the Christ in John 7:26?

8.How does John 7:26 challenge the perception of Jesus' identity?

9.What historical context explains the authorities' reaction in John 7:26?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from John 7?

11.What does the cross symbolize?

12.What role does the church play in social justice?

13.Why does Paul's teaching in Acts 26:22-23 seem to conflict with traditional Jewish Messianic expectations?

14.What was the purpose of Jesus being anointed?
What Does John 7:26 Mean
Yet here He is

Jesus has arrived in Jerusalem for the Feast of Tabernacles, even after telling His brothers, “My time has not yet come” (John 7:8).

•John 7:10 shows He came “not publicly, but in secret,” yet by verse 26 He is plainly visible.

• This sudden openness fulfills the pattern of His ministry—He moves exactly when the Father directs (John 5:19).

• His presence in the temple courts demonstrates divine sovereignty; no human plot can hinder God’s timeline (cf.Luke 4:29-30).

speaking publicly

Jesus shifts from private conversation to open teaching in the heart of the temple (John 7:14).

• He proclaims truth “with authority” (Matthew 7:28-29) and refuses to hide the light (John 8:20).

• Public teaching invites every listener to weigh His words against Scripture (Isaiah 55:1-3).

•Acts 2:22 later reminds Israel that Jesus’ works were “public” signs attested by God, not hidden rumors.

and they are not saying anything to Him

The religious leaders had already sought to kill Him (John 7:1, 25), yet they remain silent for the moment.

• God’s protective hand restrains them until “His hour” (John 7:30; 8:20) arrives.

• Their silence exposes the weakness of opposition built on fear of the crowd (Matthew 21:46).

• It also highlights prophetic irony: those who claim spiritual authority cannot respond when Truth stands before them (John 12:37-38).

Have the rulers truly recognized that this is the Christ?

The crowd wonders if official silence means secret acknowledgment that Jesus is the Messiah.

• Nicodemus had already confessed, “We know You are a teacher who has come from God” (John 3:2), hinting at divided leadership.

• Yet later, the Sanhedrin will declare, “If we let Him go on like this, everyone will believe in Him” (John 11:48), proving they have not embraced Him.

• The question underscores a recurring theme: public opinion wrestles with revelation while leadership grapples with pride (John 9:16).

summary

John 7:26 captures a pivotal moment: Jesus stands openly in the temple, teaching fearlessly, while the authorities—long hostile—say nothing. Their silence magnifies God’s control over events and sparks the crowd’s speculation that He might indeed be the promised Christ. The verse invites readers to see how divine timing, public proclamation, and human hesitation all converge to highlight Jesus’ true identity as the Messiah revealed in Scripture.

(26) But they, too, have reason for wonder. They hear Him speaking openly, and those who sought His death listen to Him without reply. Are they, then, convinced of the truth of His claim?

Do the rulers know indeed. . .?--Read,Have the rulers come to know indeed that this Man is the Christ? The word "very" is omitted by the best MSS. The word "indeed" shows that the questioners think it impossible that the rulers can have recognised Him.

Verse 26. -And behold he speaketh openly (see vers. 4 and 13),and they say nothing to him. They neither tackle him in argument nor refute his self-vindication, neither do they arrest him or carry out their known project. Have they altered their minds? Are they convinced of his claims? Has he successfully rebutted the charge of sabbath breaking? Does it all vanish on close approach? Then they go a step further, which, if it were the true explanation, would entirely account for their obvious indecision. They even say to one another, with sufficient frequency for the reporter to have heard it,Can it be that therulersindeedknow (μήποτε ἔγνωσαν, did they at any time come to perceive? The particle expects a dubious though negative response, "we don't think so; but is it probable? surely not!")that this (person)isthe Christ? The rulers must decide this weighty matter, for us at least who dwell in Jerusalem. The question shows how widespread, how detailed, was the idea of the coming Christ. This supposition with reference to their rulers was momentary, and conflicted with another standing objection to the claims of Jesus.

Parallel Commentaries ...


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

here
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!

He is, speaking
λαλεῖ(lalei)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2980:A prolonged form of an otherwise obsolete verb; to talk, i.e. Utter words.

publicly,
παρρησίᾳ(parrēsia)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3954:From pas and a derivative of rheo; all out-spokenness, i.e. Frankness, bluntness, publicity; by implication, assurance.

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

they are not saying
λέγουσιν(legousin)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 3004:(a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command.

[anything]
οὐδὲν(ouden)
Adjective - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 3762:No one, none, nothing.

to 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.

{Have} the
οἱ(hoi)
Article - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

rulers
ἄρχοντες(archontes)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 758:Present participle of archo; a first.

truly
ἀληθῶς(alēthōs)
Adverb
Strong's 230:Truly, really, certainly, surely. Adverb from alethes; truly.

recognized
ἔγνωσαν(egnōsan)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 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.

this
οὗτός(houtos)
Demonstrative Pronoun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3778:This; he, she, it.

is
ἐστιν(estin)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1510:I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.

the
ὁ(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.

Christ?
Χριστός(Christos)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5547:Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus.


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