John 21:25
New International Version
Jesus did many other things as well. If every one of them were written down, I suppose that even the whole world would not have room for the books that would be written.

New Living Translation
Jesus also did many other things. If they were all written down, I suppose the whole world could not contain the books that would be written.

English Standard Version
Now there are also many other things that Jesus did. Were every one of them to be written, I suppose that the world itself could not contain the books that would be written.

Berean Standard Bible
There are many more things that Jesus did. If all of them were written down, I suppose that not even the world itself would have space for the books that would be written.

Berean Literal Bible
Now there are also many other things that Jesus did, which if every one should be written, I suppose not even the world itself to have space for the books to be written.

King James Bible
And there are also many other things which Jesus did, the which, if they should be written every one, I suppose that even the world itself could not contain the books that should be written. Amen.

New King James Version
And there are also many other things that Jesus did, which if they were written one by one, I suppose that even the world itself could not contain the books that would be written. Amen.

New American Standard Bible
But there are also many other things which Jesus did, which, if they were written in detail, I expect that even the world itself would not contain the books that would be written.

NASB 1995
And there are also many other things which Jesus did, which if they were written in detail, I suppose that even the world itself would not contain the books that would be written.

NASB 1977
And there are also many other things which Jesus did, which if they were written in detail, I suppose that even the world itself would not contain the books which were written.

Legacy Standard Bible
And there are also many other things which Jesus did, which if they were written one after the other, I suppose that even the world itself could not contain the books that would be written.

Amplified Bible
And there are also many other things which Jesus did, which if they were recorded one by one, I suppose that even the world itself could not contain the books that would be written.

Christian Standard Bible
And there are also many other things that Jesus did, which, if every one of them were written down, I suppose not even the world itself could contain the books that would be written.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
And there are also many other things that Jesus did, which, if they were written one by one, I suppose not even the world itself could contain the books that would be written.

American Standard Version
And there are also many other things which Jesus did, the which if they should be written every one, I suppose that even the world itself would not contain the books that should be written.

Contemporary English Version
Jesus did many other things. If they were all written in books, I don't suppose there would be room enough in the whole world for all the books.

English Revised Version
And there are also many other things which Jesus did, the which if they should be written every one, I suppose that even the world itself would not contain the books that should be written.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Jesus also did many other things. If every one of them were written down, I suppose the world wouldn't have enough room for the books that would be written.

Good News Translation
Now, there are many other things that Jesus did. If they were all written down one by one, I suppose that the whole world could not hold the books that would be written.

International Standard Version
Of course, Jesus also did many other things, and I suppose that if every one of them were written down, the world couldn't contain the books that would be written.

Majority Standard Bible
There are many more things that Jesus did. If all of them were written down, I suppose that not even the world itself would have space for the books that would be written. Amen.

NET Bible
There are many other things that Jesus did. If every one of them were written down, I suppose the whole world would not have room for the books that would be written.

New Heart English Bible
There are also many other things which Jesus did, which if they would all be written, I suppose that even the world itself would not have room for the books that would be written.

Webster's Bible Translation
And there are also many other things which Jesus did, which, if they should be written every one, I suppose that even the world itself could not contain the books that would be written. Amen.

Weymouth New Testament
But there are also many other things which Jesus did--so vast a number indeed that if they were all described in detail, I suppose that the world itself could not contain the books that would have to be written.

World English Bible
There are also many other things which Jesus did, which if they would all be written, I suppose that even the world itself wouldn’t have room for the books that would be written.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And there are also many other things—as many as Jesus did—which, if they may be written one by one, I think the world itself does not even have place for the scrolls written. Amen.

Berean Literal Bible
Now there are also many other things that Jesus did, which if every one should be written, I suppose not even the world itself to have space for the books to be written.

Young's Literal Translation
And there are also many other things -- as many as Jesus did -- which, if they may be written one by one, not even the world itself I think to have place for the books written. Amen.

Smith's Literal Translation
And there are also many other things which Jesus did, which, if they be written every one, neither do I suppose the world itself will receive the books written. Amen.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
But there are also many other things which Jesus did; which, if they were written every one, the world itself, I think, would not be able to contain the books that should be written.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Now there are also many other things that Jesus did, which, if each of these were written down, the world itself, I suppose, would not be able to contain the books that would be written.

New American Bible
There are also many other things that Jesus did, but if these were to be described individually, I do not think the whole world would contain the books that would be written.

New Revised Standard Version
But there are also many other things that Jesus did; if every one of them were written down, I suppose that the world itself could not contain the books that would be written.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
There are also a great many other things which Jesus did, which, if they were written one by one, not even this world, I believe, could contain the books that would be written.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
There are also many other things that Yeshua did, which if they were to be written, each one, I suppose even the world would be insufficient for the books that would be written.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And there are also many other things that Jesus did; if they should be written, every one of them, I suppose that not even the world itself could contain the books that would be written.

Godbey New Testament


Haweis New Testament
And there are also many other things which Jesus did, the which, if every particular was written, I am of opinion that the world itself would not be capable of retaining the books which should be written. Amen.

Mace New Testament
the other transactions of Jesus are so numerous, that if these were to be particularly descried, I imagine the world would be overwhelm'd with the books that should be written.

Weymouth New Testament
But there are also many other things which Jesus did--so vast a number indeed that if they were all described in detail, I suppose that the world itself could not contain the books that would have to be written.

Worrell New Testament
And there are also many other things which Jesus did; which, indeed, were they written one by one, I suppose that not even the world itself would contain the books that would be written.

Worsley New Testament
There are also many other things that Jesus did, which if they were to be described particularly, I suppose that the whole world could not contain the books that would be written concerning them. Amen.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Jesus and the Beloved Apostle
24This is the disciple who testifies to these things and who has written them down. And we know that his testimony is true. 25 There are many more things that Jesus did. If all of them were written down, I suppose that not even the world itself would have space for the books that would be written.

Cross References
John 20:30-31
Jesus performed many other signs in the presence of His disciples, which are not written in this book. / But these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name.

Luke 1:1-4
Many have undertaken to compose an account of the things that have been fulfilled among us, / just as they were handed down to us by the initial eyewitnesses and servants of the word. / Therefore, having carefully investigated everything from the beginning, it seemed good also to me to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus, ...

Acts 1:1-2
In my first book, O Theophilus, I wrote about all that Jesus began to do and to teach, / until the day He was taken up to heaven, after giving instructions through the Holy Spirit to the apostles He had chosen.

John 1:1-3
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. / He was with God in the beginning. / Through Him all things were made, and without Him nothing was made that has been made.

1 John 1:1-4
That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our own eyes, which we have gazed upon and touched with our own hands—this is the Word of life. / And this is the life that was revealed; we have seen it and testified to it, and we proclaim to you the eternal life that was with the Father and was revealed to us. / We proclaim to you what we have seen and heard, so that you also may have fellowship with us. And this fellowship of ours is with the Father and with His Son, Jesus Christ. ...

Colossians 1:16-17
For in Him all things were created, things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities. All things were created through Him and for Him. / He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together.

Hebrews 11:32
And what more shall I say? Time will not allow me to tell of Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, Samuel, and the prophets,

Matthew 11:5
The blind receive sight, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the good news is preached to the poor.

Mark 16:20
And they went out and preached everywhere, and the Lord worked through them, confirming His word by the signs that accompanied it.

John 3:2
He came to Jesus at night and said, “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher who has come from God. For no one could perform the signs You are doing if God were not with him.”

John 5:36
But I have testimony more substantial than that of John. For the works that the Father has given Me to accomplish—the very works I am doing—testify about Me that the Father has sent Me.

John 10:37-38
If I am not doing the works of My Father, then do not believe Me. / But if I am doing them, even though you do not believe Me, believe the works themselves, so that you may know and understand that the Father is in Me, and I am in the Father.”

John 12:37
Although Jesus had performed so many signs in their presence, they still did not believe in Him.

John 14:11
Believe Me that I am in the Father and the Father is in Me—or at least believe on account of the works themselves.

John 19:35
The one who saw it has testified to this, and his testimony is true. He knows that he is telling the truth, so that you also may believe.


Treasury of Scripture

And there are also many other things which Jesus did, the which, if they should be written every one, I suppose that even the world itself could not contain the books that should be written. Amen.

there.

John 20:30,31
And many other signs truly did Jesus in the presence of his disciples, which are not written in this book: …

Job 26:14
Lo, these are parts of his ways: but how little a portion is heard of him? but the thunder of his power who can understand?

Psalm 40:5
Many, O LORD my God, are thy wonderful works which thou hast done, and thy thoughts which are to us-ward: they cannot be reckoned up in order unto thee: if I would declare and speak of them, they are more than can be numbered.

that even.

John 13:33
Little children, yet a little while I am with you. Ye shall seek me: and as I said unto the Jews, Whither I go, ye cannot come; so now I say to you.

Deuteronomy 1:28
Whither shall we go up? our brethren have discouraged our heart, saying, The people is greater and taller than we; the cities are great and walled up to heaven; and moreover we have seen the sons of the Anakims there.

Deuteronomy 4:11
And ye came near and stood under the mountain; and the mountain burned with fire unto the midst of heaven, with darkness, clouds, and thick darkness.

Amos 7:10
Then Amaziah the priest of Bethel sent to Jeroboam king of Israel, saying, Amos hath conspired against thee in the midst of the house of Israel: the land is not able to bear all his words.

Matthew 19:24
And again I say unto you, It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.

CONCLUDING REMARKS ON JOHN'S GOSPEL.

John 10:2
But he that entereth in by the door is the shepherd of the sheep.

John 12:2
There they made him a supper; and Martha served: but Lazarus was one of them that sat at the table with him.

John 4:21,22
Jesus saith unto her, Woman, believe me, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither in this mountain, nor yet at Jerusalem, worship the Father…

John 1:19
And this is the record of John, when the Jews sent priests and Levites from Jerusalem to ask him, Who art thou?

John 5:15
The man departed, and told the Jews that it was Jesus, which had made him whole.

John 20:31
But these are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might have life through his name.

Jump to Previous
Amen Books Contain Described Detail Enough Great Indeed Itself Jesus Opinion Recorded Room Suppose Think Vast Whole World Wouldn't Written
Jump to Next
Amen Books Contain Described Detail Enough Great Indeed Itself Jesus Opinion Recorded Room Suppose Think Vast Whole World Wouldn't Written
John 21
1. Jesus appearing again to his disciples is known of them by the great catch of fish.
12. He dines with them;
15. earnestly commands Peter to feed his lambs and sheep;
18. foretells him of his death;
22. rebukes his curiosity.
24. The conclusion.














There are many more things
This phrase suggests the vastness and richness of Jesus' ministry. The Greek word for "many" (πολλά) implies a multitude beyond counting. It invites believers to ponder the depth and breadth of Christ's works, which extend beyond the recorded miracles and teachings. Historically, this reflects the oral tradition of the early church, where accounts of Jesus' deeds were shared widely, emphasizing that the Gospels capture only a fraction of His life and impact.

that Jesus did
The focus here is on the actions of Jesus, underscoring His active ministry. The Greek verb "did" (ἐποίησεν) is in the aorist tense, indicating completed actions with lasting significance. This highlights the transformative nature of Jesus' works, which were not just historical events but acts with eternal implications. Theologically, it reminds us that Jesus' life was a continuous outpouring of divine love and power.

If all were written down
This hypothetical statement invites reflection on the limitations of human documentation compared to the infinite nature of Christ's works. The phrase suggests that the written word, while powerful, cannot fully encapsulate the divine. It challenges believers to seek a deeper, personal relationship with Jesus beyond what is recorded, encouraging a faith that is lived and experienced.

I suppose that not even the world itself
The use of "I suppose" (οἶμαι) introduces a personal reflection from the author, traditionally understood as John. It conveys a sense of wonder and awe at the magnitude of Jesus' life. The phrase "not even the world itself" uses hyperbole to express the boundless nature of Christ's impact. Historically, this reflects the early Christian understanding of Jesus as the cosmic Christ, whose influence transcends time and space.

could contain the books that would be written
This concluding phrase emphasizes the inexhaustible nature of Jesus' works. The imagery of the world unable to contain the books suggests that Jesus' influence is beyond human comprehension. It serves as a call to humility, recognizing that our understanding of Christ is always partial and incomplete. Theologically, it points to the eternal and ongoing revelation of Jesus through the Holy Spirit, encouraging believers to continually seek and discover more of His truth and love.

(25) And there are also many other things which Jesus did. . . .--The MSS. evidence for this verse is also so conclusive that almost every competent editor inserts it in his text, but it is not found in the famous Sinaitic Codex. The transference from the plural to the singular--"We know" (John 21:24), "I suppose" (in this verse)--has led to the supposition, which is in every way probable, that it is the individual testimony of an amanuensis who, from personal knowledge of the life of Christ, or from knowledge derived from the Apostle John or from others, feels that full beyond all human thought as this Gospel is, it is but a part of the greater fulness. No book could record, no words could tell, what that life was, or what things Jesus did. The disciples saw and believed, and wrote these things that we may believe, and in believing may have life in His name.

The word "Amen" is not found in the better MSS., and in no part of the written text. It is the natural prayer of some copyist, as it is the natural prayer of every devout reader that the writer's purpose may be fulfilled.

The chief MSS. have a subscription appended to the Gospel. "According to John" (Vatican); "Gospel according to John" (Sinaitic [?], Alexandrine, Paris, Basle); "Gospel according to John is ended;" "Gospel according to Luke begins" (Cambridge).

#define description=DESC

#define abbreviation=ABBR

#define comments=CMTS

#define version=3

Verse 25. - There are also many other things which Jesus did, the which, if they should be written one by one (or, each by itself), I suppose even the world itself would not contain the books which would (then) be written. Some have suggested the idea that χωρήσειν, or χωρῆσαι, means "morally contain," "bear with.... endure." This is unsatisfactory. The writer, by the use of the name "Jesus," is not going back to the pre-existing, premundane activity of the Logos, but is simply conveying his enthusiastic sense of the inexhaustible fullness of the human life of the blessed Lord. The whole redeeming life, word, and work of the Word made flesh had a quality of infinity about it. The entire evangelic narrative has only touched the fringe of this vast manifestation, a few hours or days of the incomparable life. Every moment of it was infinitely rich in its Contents, in its suggestions, in its influence. Every act was a revelation of the Father, of the Son, of the Holy Spirit, giving vistas into the eternities, and openings into the heart and bosom of Deity. Let all that thus was done take thought-shape in human minds, and word-shape in human speech, and book-shape or embodiment in human literature, and there are no conceivable limits to its extent. We use such expressions continually, without feeling that we are adopting any unnatural or unhealthy hyperbole. The infinite abundance of the teaching and significance of the blessed life of the Son of God is ample justification of the apostolic enthusiasm.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
There are
Ἔστιν (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.

many
πολλὰ (polla)
Adjective - Nominative Neuter Plural
Strong's 4183: Much, many; often.

more things
ἄλλα (alla)
Adjective - Nominative Neuter Plural
Strong's 243: Other, another (of more than two), different. A primary word; 'else, ' i.e. Different.

that
(ha)
Personal / Relative Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Plural
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.

did.
ἐποίησεν (epoiēsen)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 4160: (a) I make, manufacture, construct, (b) I do, act, cause. Apparently a prolonged form of an obsolete primary; to make or do.

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

all of them
καθ’ (kath’)
Preposition
Strong's 2596: A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined).

were written down,
γράφηται (graphētai)
Verb - Present Subjunctive Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1125: A primary verb; to 'grave', especially to write; figuratively, to describe.

I suppose that
οἶμαι (oimai)
Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 3633: To think, suppose, expect, imagine. Or oimai middle voice apparently from hoios; to make like, i.e. Imagine.

not even
οὐδ’ (oud’)
Adverb
Strong's 3761: Neither, nor, not even, and not. From ou and de; not however, i.e. Neither, nor, not even.

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.

world
κόσμον (kosmon)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2889: Probably from the base of komizo; orderly arrangement, i.e. Decoration; by implication, the world (morally).

itself
αὐτὸν (auton)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 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.

would have space
χωρήσειν (chōrēsein)
Verb - Future Infinitive Active
Strong's 5562: From chora; to be in space, i.e. to pass, enter, or to hold, admit.

for the
τὰ (ta)
Article - Accusative 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.

books
βιβλία (biblia)
Noun - Accusative Neuter Plural
Strong's 975: A papyrus roll. A diminutive of biblos; a roll.

that would be written.
γραφόμενα (graphomena)
Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Accusative Neuter Plural
Strong's 1125: A primary verb; to 'grave', especially to write; figuratively, to describe.


Links
John 21:25 NIV
John 21:25 NLT
John 21:25 ESV
John 21:25 NASB
John 21:25 KJV

John 21:25 BibleApps.com
John 21:25 Biblia Paralela
John 21:25 Chinese Bible
John 21:25 French Bible
John 21:25 Catholic Bible

NT Gospels: John 21:25 There are also many other things which (Jhn Jo Jn)
John 21:24
Top of Page
Top of Page