John 13:23
New International Version
One of them, the disciple whom Jesus loved, was reclining next to him.

New Living Translation
The disciple Jesus loved was sitting next to Jesus at the table.

English Standard Version
One of his disciples, whom Jesus loved, was reclining at table at Jesus’ side,

Berean Standard Bible
One of His disciples, the one whom Jesus loved, was reclining at His side.

Berean Literal Bible
There was reclining one of His disciples whom Jesus loved in the bosom of Jesus.

King James Bible
Now there was leaning on Jesus' bosom one of his disciples, whom Jesus loved.

New King James Version
Now there was leaning on Jesus’ bosom one of His disciples, whom Jesus loved.

New American Standard Bible
Lying back on Jesus’ chest was one of His disciples, whom Jesus loved.

NASB 1995
There was reclining on Jesus’ bosom one of His disciples, whom Jesus loved.

NASB 1977
There was reclining on Jesus’ breast one of His disciples, whom Jesus loved.

Legacy Standard Bible
There was reclining on Jesus’ bosom one of His disciples, whom Jesus loved.

Amplified Bible
One of His disciples, whom Jesus loved (esteemed), was leaning against Jesus’ chest.

Christian Standard Bible
One of his disciples, the one Jesus loved, was reclining close beside Jesus.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
One of His disciples, the one Jesus loved, was reclining close beside Jesus.

American Standard Version
There was at the table reclining in Jesus' bosom one of his disciples, whom Jesus loved.

Contemporary English Version
Jesus' favorite disciple was sitting next to him at the meal,

English Revised Version
There was at the table reclining in Jesus' bosom one of his disciples, whom Jesus loved.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
One disciple, the one whom Jesus loved, was near him at the table.

Good News Translation
One of the disciples, the one whom Jesus loved, was sitting next to Jesus.

International Standard Version
One of his disciples, the one whom Jesus kept loving, had been sitting very close to him.

Majority Standard Bible
One of His disciples, the one whom Jesus loved, was reclining at His side.

NET Bible
One of his disciples, the one Jesus loved, was at the table to the right of Jesus in a place of honor.

New Heart English Bible
One of his disciples, whom Jesus loved, was reclining against Jesus' chest.

Webster's Bible Translation
Now there was leaning on Jesus' bosom, one of his disciples, whom Jesus loved.

Weymouth New Testament
There was at table one of His disciples--the one Jesus loved-- reclining with his head on Jesus's bosom.

World English Bible
One of his disciples, whom Jesus loved, was at the table, leaning against Jesus’ breast.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And there was one of His disciples reclining in the bosom of Jesus, whom Jesus was loving;

Berean Literal Bible
There was reclining one of His disciples whom Jesus loved in the bosom of Jesus.

Young's Literal Translation
And there was one of his disciples reclining (at meat) in the bosom of Jesus, whom Jesus was loving;

Smith's Literal Translation
And there was one of his disciples reclining on the bosom of Jesus, whom he loved.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Now there was leaning on Jesus' bosom one of his disciples, whom Jesus loved.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And leaning against the bosom of Jesus was one of his disciples, the one whom Jesus loved.

New American Bible
One of his disciples, the one whom Jesus loved, was reclining at Jesus’ side.

New Revised Standard Version
One of his disciples—the one whom Jesus loved—was reclining next to him;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Now there was one of his disciples who was leaning on his bosom, the one whom Jesus loved.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
But there was one of his disciples who was supported in his bosom, for whom Yeshua had great affection.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
There was reclining on the bosom of Jesus, one of his disciples, whom Jesus loved.

Godbey New Testament
And one of His disciples, whom Jesus loved, was leaning on the bosom of Jesus.

Haweis New Testament
Now there was one of the disciples reclining on the bosom of Jesus, whom Jesus loved.

Mace New Testament
now the favourite disciple of Jesus sat next to him at table.

Weymouth New Testament
There was at table one of His disciples--the one Jesus loved-- reclining with his head on Jesus's bosom.

Worrell New Testament
There was at the table reclining in Jesus' bosom one of His disciples, whom Jesus loved.

Worsley New Testament
Now there was one of his disciples, whom Jesus loved, sitting next Him.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Jesus Predicts His Betrayal
22The disciples looked at one another, perplexed as to which of them He meant. 23One of His disciples, the one whom Jesus loved, was reclining at His side. 24So Simon Peter motioned to him to ask Jesus which one He was talking about.…

Cross References
John 21:20
Peter turned and saw the disciple whom Jesus loved following them. He was the one who had leaned back against Jesus at the supper to ask, “Lord, who is going to betray You?”

John 19:26-27
When Jesus saw His mother and the disciple whom He loved standing nearby, He said to His mother, “Woman, here is your son.” / Then He said to the disciple, “Here is your mother.” So from that hour, this disciple took her into his home.

John 1:18
No one has ever seen God, but the one and only Son, who is Himself God and is at the Father’s side, has made Him known.

John 11:5
Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus.

John 15:9
As the Father has loved Me, so have I loved you. Remain in My love.

John 15:13-15
Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. / You are My friends if you do what I command you. / No longer do I call you servants, for a servant does not understand what his master is doing. But I have called you friends, because everything I have learned from My Father I have made known to you.

John 20:2
So she came running to Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one whom Jesus loved. “They have taken the Lord out of the tomb,” she said, “and we do not know where they have put Him!”

John 21:7
Then the disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, “It is the Lord!” As soon as Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put on his outer garment (for he had removed it) and jumped into the sea.

John 21:24
This is the disciple who testifies to these things and who has written them down. And we know that his testimony is true.

Luke 16:22-23
One day the beggar died and was carried by the angels to Abraham’s side. And the rich man also died and was buried. / In Hades, where he was in torment, he looked up and saw Abraham from afar, with Lazarus by his side.

Matthew 17:1
After six days Jesus took with Him Peter, James, and John the brother of James, and led them up a high mountain by themselves.

Matthew 26:20-23
When evening came, Jesus was reclining with the twelve disciples. / And while they were eating, He said to them, “Truly I tell you, one of you will betray Me.” / They were deeply grieved and began to ask Him one after another, “Surely not I, Lord?” ...

Mark 14:17-20
When evening came, Jesus arrived with the Twelve. / And while they were reclining and eating, Jesus said, “Truly I tell you, one of you who is eating with Me will betray Me.” / They began to be grieved and to ask Him one after another, “Surely not I?” ...

1 John 4:10
And love consists in this: not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son as the atoning sacrifice for our sins.

1 John 4:19
We love because He first loved us.


Treasury of Scripture

Now there was leaning on Jesus' bosom one of his disciples, whom Jesus loved.

leaning.

John 13:25
He then lying on Jesus' breast saith unto him, Lord, who is it?

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 21:20
Then Peter, turning about, seeth the disciple whom Jesus loved following; which also leaned on his breast at supper, and said, Lord, which is he that betrayeth thee?

whom.

John 11:3,5,36
Therefore his sisters sent unto him, saying, Lord, behold, he whom thou lovest is sick…

John 19:26
When Jesus therefore saw his mother, and the disciple standing by, whom he loved, he saith unto his mother, Woman, behold thy son!

John 20:2
Then she runneth, and cometh to Simon Peter, and to the other disciple, whom Jesus loved, and saith unto them, They have taken away the Lord out of the sepulchre, and we know not where they have laid him.

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One of His disciples
This phrase identifies the subject as one of the twelve apostles, the inner circle of Jesus' followers. The Greek word for "disciple" is μαθητής (mathētēs), which means a learner or pupil. In the context of the New Testament, it refers to those who were committed to following Jesus and learning from His teachings. Historically, the disciples were chosen by Jesus to be His closest companions and to carry on His mission after His ascension. This phrase sets the stage for understanding the intimate relationship between Jesus and His followers.

the one whom Jesus loved
This phrase is traditionally understood to refer to John, the author of the Gospel. The Greek word for "loved" is ἀγαπάω (agapaō), which denotes a deep, selfless, and sacrificial love. This expression highlights the special bond between Jesus and John, emphasizing the personal and relational aspect of Jesus' ministry. It also serves as a reminder of the love that Jesus extends to all His followers, inviting them into a close and personal relationship with Him.

was reclining
In the cultural and historical context of the first century, it was customary to recline at the table during meals, especially during significant events like the Passover. The Greek word ἀνακείμενος (anakeimenos) indicates the act of reclining or lying down. This posture reflects the intimate and relaxed setting of the Last Supper, where Jesus shared His final meal with His disciples. It symbolizes the fellowship and communion that believers are invited to share with Christ.

at His side
The phrase "at His side" is translated from the Greek ἐν τῷ κόλπῳ (en tō kolpō), which literally means "in the bosom" or "close to the chest." This expression conveys a position of closeness and intimacy. In the cultural context, being at someone's side, especially during a meal, was a place of honor and affection. This imagery not only illustrates the special relationship between Jesus and John but also serves as a metaphor for the closeness that all believers are invited to experience with Christ. It is a reminder of the personal and loving relationship that Jesus offers to each of His followers.

(23) Now there was leaning on Jesus' bosom.--Leonardo's picture is in one respect misleading, and, like most paintings of the Lord's Supper, has not represented the method in which the guests reclined rather than sat at table. Each leaned on his left arm, leaving the right arm free. The feet were stretched out behind the guest on his right hand, and the back of the head reached near to the bosom of the guest on the left. (Comp. Note on John 13:25.) The Jews followed this Persian method of reclining on couches at meals from the time of the Captivity, and this method of eating the Passover had the special significance of security and possession of the Promised Land, as opposed to the attitude of one undertaking a journey, which was part of the original institution (Exodus 12:11).

One of his disciples, whom Jesus loved--i.e., John himself. (Comp. John 21:2; John 21:7; John 21:20-23, and Introduction, p. 375.) The same designation occurs also in John 19:26. . . .

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
One
εἷς (heis)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 1520: One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one.

of
ἐκ (ek)
Preposition
Strong's 1537: From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out.

His
αὐτοῦ (autou)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 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.

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

the one whom
ὃν (hon)
Personal / Relative Pronoun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3739: Who, which, what, that.

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

loved,
ἠγάπα (ēgapa)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 25: To love, wish well to, take pleasure in, long for; denotes the love of reason, esteem. Perhaps from agan; to love.

was
ἦν (ēn)
Verb - Imperfect 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.

reclining
ἀνακείμενος (anakeimenos)
Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 345: To recline, especially at a dinner-table. From ana and keimai; to recline.

at
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.

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

side.
κόλπῳ (kolpō)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2859: Apparently a primary word; the bosom; by analogy, a bay.


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