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Apostolic Life in the 21st Century

Who Is the Word in John 1?

May 13, 2024
Dr. David K. Bernard discusses the significance of John 1, exploring the meaning of 'Logos' and Jesus' identity as the Word made flesh. He delves into the concept of Jesus as the divine embodiment and center of God's plan, clarifying the meaning of the Word in John 1.
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  • John 1 portrays Jesus as true manifestation of God in human flesh.
  • The 'Word' in John 1 signifies divine plan revealing God's intimate interaction with humanity.

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The Significance of the Term 'Word' in John 1:1

John 1:1 introduces the concept of the 'Word' or Logos, a term with rich meaning. In Greek philosophy, Logos represented reason and the controlling principle of the universe. John, writing in Greek to a Greek audience, deliberately uses this term, aware of its significance. However, as a Jew, John also relates the term to its Hebrew meaning, emphasizing God in self-revelation as the Word.

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