Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version just as the Father knows me and I know the Father—and I lay down my life for the sheep. New Living Translation just as my Father knows me and I know the Father. So I sacrifice my life for the sheep. English Standard Version just as the Father knows me and I know the Father; and I lay down my life for the sheep. Berean Standard Bible just as the Father knows Me and I know the Father. And I lay down My life for the sheep. Berean Literal Bible As the Father knows Me, I also know the Father; and I lay down My life for the sheep. King James Bible As the Father knoweth me, even so know I the Father: and I lay down my life for the sheep. New King James Version As the Father knows Me, even so I know the Father; and I lay down My life for the sheep. New American Standard Bible just as the Father knows Me and I know the Father; and I lay down My life for the sheep. NASB 1995 even as the Father knows Me and I know the Father; and I lay down My life for the sheep. NASB 1977 even as the Father knows Me and I know the Father; and I lay down My life for the sheep. Legacy Standard Bible even as the Father knows Me and I know the Father; and I lay down My life for the sheep. Amplified Bible even as the Father knows Me and I know the Father—and I lay down My [very own] life [sacrificing it] for the benefit of the sheep. Christian Standard Bible just as the Father knows me, and I know the Father. I lay down my life for the sheep. Holman Christian Standard Bible as the Father knows Me, and I know the Father. I lay down My life for the sheep. American Standard Version even as the Father knoweth me, and I know the Father; and I lay down my life for the sheep. Contemporary English Version Just as the Father knows me, I know the Father, and I give up my life for my sheep. English Revised Version even as the Father knoweth me, and I know the Father; and I lay down my life for the sheep. GOD'S WORD® Translation So I give my life for my sheep. International Standard Version just as the Father knows me and I know the Father. And I lay down my life for the sheep. NET Bible just as the Father knows me and I know the Father--and I lay down my life for the sheep. New Heart English Bible even as the Father knows me, and I know the Father. I lay down my life for the sheep. Webster's Bible Translation As the Father knoweth me, even so I know the Father: and I lay down my life for the sheep. Weymouth New Testament just as the Father knows me and I know the Father; and I am laying down my life for the sheep. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Biblejust as the Father knows Me and I know the Father. And I lay down My life for the sheep. World English Bible even as the Father knows me, and I know the Father. I lay down my life for the sheep. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionaccording as the Father knows Me, and I know the Father, and My life I lay down for the sheep, Berean Literal Bible As the Father knows Me, I also know the Father; and I lay down My life for the sheep. Young's Literal Translation according as the Father doth know me, and I know the Father, and my life I lay down for the sheep, Smith's Literal Translation As the Father knows me, I also know the Father: and I lay down my life for the sheep. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAs the Father knoweth me, and I know the Father: and I lay down my life for my sheep. Catholic Public Domain Version just as the Father knows me, and I know the Father. And I lay down my life for my sheep. New American Bible just as the Father knows me and I know the Father; and I will lay down my life for the sheep. New Revised Standard Version just as the Father knows me and I know the Father. And I lay down my life for the sheep. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleJust as my Father knows me, I also know my Father; and I lay down my life for the sake of the sheep. Aramaic Bible in Plain English “Just as my Father knows me and I know my Father, and I lay down my life for the flock's sake.” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAs the Father knows me, I also know the Father, and I lay down my life for the sheep. Godbey New Testament Haweis New Testament As the Father knoweth me, so know I the Father: and I lay down my life for the sheep. Mace New Testament (as the father and I are known to one another:) and I lay down my life for them. Weymouth New Testament just as the Father knows me and I know the Father; and I am laying down my life for the sheep. Worrell New Testament Worsley New Testament Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Jesus the Good Shepherd…14I am the good shepherd. I know My sheep and My sheep know Me, 15just as the Father knows Me and I know the Father. And I lay down My life for the sheep. 16I have other sheep that are not of this fold. I must bring them in as well, and they will listen to My voice. Then there will be one flock and one shepherd.… Cross References Isaiah 53:6-7 We all like sheep have gone astray, each one has turned to his own way; and the LORD has laid upon Him the iniquity of us all. / 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. 1 John 3:16 By this we know what love is: Jesus laid down His life for us, and we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers. Hebrews 13:20 Now may the God of peace, who through the blood of the eternal covenant brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, Ezekiel 34:11-16 For this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Behold, I Myself will search for My flock and seek them out. / As a shepherd looks for his scattered sheep when he is among the flock, so I will look for My flock. I will rescue them from all the places to which they were scattered on a day of clouds and darkness. / I will bring them out from the peoples, gather them from the countries, and bring them into their own land. I will feed them on the mountains of Israel, in the ravines, and in all the settlements of the land. ... Matthew 20:28 just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.” 1 Peter 2:24-25 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.” / For “you were like sheep going astray,” but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls. Philippians 2:7-8 but emptied Himself, taking the form of a servant, being made in human likeness. / And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to death—even death on a cross. Romans 5:8 But God proves His love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Ephesians 5:2 and walk in love, just as Christ loved us and gave Himself up for us as a fragrant sacrificial offering to God. Mark 10:45 For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.” Luke 19:10 For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.” John 15:13 Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. Isaiah 40:11 He tends His flock like a shepherd; He gathers the lambs in His arms and carries them close to His heart. He gently leads the nursing ewes. Psalm 23:1-4 A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. / He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. / He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness for the sake of His name. ... Zechariah 13:7 Awake, O sword, against My Shepherd, against the man who is My Companion, declares the LORD of Hosts. Strike the Shepherd, and the sheep will be scattered, and I will turn My hand against the little ones. Treasury of Scripture As the Father knows me, even so know I the Father: and I lay down my life for the sheep. As. John 1:18 No man hath seen God at any time; the only begotten Son, which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him. John 6:46 Not that any man hath seen the Father, save he which is of God, he hath seen the Father. John 8:55 Yet ye have not known him; but I know him: and if I should say, I know him not, I shall be a liar like unto you: but I know him, and keep his saying. and I. John 10:11,17 I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep… John 15:13 Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. Isaiah 53:4-6,8,10 Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows: yet we did esteem him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted… Jump to Previous Lay SheepJump to Next Lay SheepJohn 10 1. Jesus is the door, and the good shepherd.19. Diverse opinions of him. 23. He proves by his works that he is Jesus the Son of God; 31. escapes the Jews; 39. and goes again beyond Jordan, where many believe on him. just as the Father knows Me This phrase emphasizes the intimate and unique relationship between Jesus and God the Father. In biblical context, the term "knows" implies a deep, personal, and experiential knowledge, not merely intellectual awareness. This relationship is foundational to the Christian understanding of the Trinity, where the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are distinct yet one. The knowledge between the Father and the Son is perfect and complete, reflecting divine unity and purpose. This mirrors the Old Testament concept of God's covenantal knowledge of Israel, where knowing implies a chosen relationship (Amos 3:2). and I know the Father. And I lay down My life for the sheep. Persons / Places / Events 1. Jesus ChristThe central figure in this passage, who is speaking about His relationship with the Father and His sacrificial role as the Good Shepherd. 2. The Father Refers to God the Father, highlighting the intimate and reciprocal knowledge between Him and Jesus. 3. The Sheep Symbolic of believers who follow Jesus, representing those who benefit from His sacrificial love and protection. Teaching Points Intimate Knowledge and RelationshipJesus emphasizes the deep, personal relationship He shares with the Father. Believers are called to seek a similar intimate relationship with God through prayer and study of His Word. Sacrificial Love Jesus' willingness to lay down His life for the sheep is the ultimate act of love. Christians are encouraged to demonstrate sacrificial love in their relationships, putting others' needs before their own. Security in Christ As the Good Shepherd, Jesus provides security and protection for His sheep. Believers can find comfort and assurance in His care, knowing He has laid down His life for their salvation. Call to Follow the Shepherd The sheep recognize and follow the voice of the Good Shepherd. Christians are called to discern and follow Jesus' guidance in their daily lives, trusting in His wisdom and direction. Unity with Christ The unity between Jesus and the Father serves as a model for believers' unity with Christ. This unity is fostered through obedience, love, and commitment to His teachings. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of John 10:15?2. How does John 10:15 illustrate Jesus' sacrificial love for His followers? 3. In what ways can we emulate Jesus' selflessness in our daily lives? 4. How does John 10:15 connect with the theme of the Good Shepherd? 5. What does "lay down My life" teach about Jesus' mission and purpose? 6. How can understanding Jesus' sacrifice deepen our relationship with Him today? 7. How does John 10:15 illustrate the relationship between Jesus and God? 8. What does John 10:15 reveal about Jesus' willingness to sacrifice for humanity? 9. How does John 10:15 support the concept of Jesus as the Good Shepherd? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from John 10? 11. Who can take them from my Father's hand? 12. What defines the theological principles of Calvinism? 13. What does it mean Jesus is the True Shepherd? 14. Who are the lost sheep of Israel? What Does John 10:15 Mean just as the Father knows Me and I know the Father“Just as the Father knows Me and I know the Father” •Here Jesus speaks of an intimate, perfect, and eternal relationship with the Father. This mutual knowledge is complete—no secrets, no distance. Matthew 11:27 reminds us, “No one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son.” •That same depth of relationship appears in John 17:24-26, where Jesus prays that His followers would behold His glory and know the Father’s love. •The statement also affirms Jesus’ full divinity. Only One who is truly God can be known perfectly by the Father and know Him in return (John 1:1-2, 18). •Because this knowledge is relational, not merely informational, it becomes the model for how believers are invited into fellowship with God (1 John 1:3; John 17:3). •Jesus sets up a comparison: the way He and the Father relate becomes the foundation for everything He does next on behalf of the sheep. And I lay down My life for the sheep “And I lay down My life for the sheep” •The intimacy just described moves Jesus to sacrificial action. He willingly gives His life; it is not taken from Him (John 10:17-18). •By calling His followers “the sheep,” Jesus ties the whole chapter together: He is the Good Shepherd who does more than guide—He dies in their place (John 10:11). •This is substitutionary atonement: He absorbs the danger and judgment that rightly belong to the flock (Isaiah 53:5-6; 1 Peter 2:24). •Love motivates the sacrifice. “Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends” (John 15:13). •The Shepherd’s death secures life for the sheep, granting them eternal security (John 10:28-29) and reconciling them to God (Romans 5:8-10). summary John 10:15 bridges heavenly relationship and earthly rescue. The perfect knowledge shared by Father and Son displays Christ’s full deity and unbroken fellowship with the Father. Flowing directly from that divine intimacy, Jesus offers Himself as the Shepherd who dies for His sheep, guaranteeing their salvation and safety. Knowing who He is explains why He does what He does—and our confidence rests on both truths. (15) As the Father knoweth me, even so know I the Father.--Better, . . . and I know the Father. Our version, by its rendering, and by the division of verses, fails to give the full meaning, and there is thus, indeed, no reason for the assertion of the mutual knowledge of the Father and the Son. But connecting the words with those of the previous verse, we have, "I am the Good Shepherd, and know those who are Mine, and those who are Mine know Me, even as the Father knoweth Me, and I know the Father." This deeper sense of union between the human spirit and Himself, and the wondrous likening of it to the union of Himself and the Father, is present to His mind as the close of His work on earth draws near. We find it again in John 14:20; John 15:10; John 17:8; John 17:21. It is bound up with the thought of the love which lays down His own life for them. This is repeated here and again in John 10:17-18.Greek just asκαθὼς (kathōs) Adverb Strong's 2531: According to the manner in which, in the degree that, just as, as. From kata and hos; just as, that. 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. Father Πατὴρ (Patēr) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 3962: Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. Apparently a primary word; a 'father'. knows γινώσκει (ginōskei) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1097: A prolonged form of a primary verb; to 'know' in a great variety of applications and with many implications. Me με (me) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 1st Person Singular Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. and I κἀγὼ (kagō) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 1st Person Singular Strong's 2504: To also, I too, but I. From kai and ego; so also the dative case kamoi, and accusative case kame and I, me. know γινώσκω (ginōskō) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular Strong's 1097: A prolonged form of a primary verb; to 'know' in a great variety of applications and with many implications. the τὸν (ton) Article - Accusative 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. Father. Πατέρα (Patera) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3962: Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. Apparently a primary word; a 'father'. And καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. I lay down τίθημι (tithēmi) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular Strong's 5087: To put, place, lay, set, fix, establish. A prolonged form of a primary theo to place. My μου (mou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. life ψυχήν (psychēn) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 5590: From psucho; breath, i.e. spirit, abstractly or concretely. for ὑπὲρ (hyper) Preposition Strong's 5228: Gen: in behalf of; acc: above. the τῶν (tōn) Article - Genitive Neuter Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. sheep. προβάτων (probatōn) Noun - Genitive Neuter Plural Strong's 4263: A sheep. Probably neuter of a presumed derivative of probaino; something that walks forward, i.e., a sheep. 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