John 2:11 Meaning and Explanation
“This beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee, and manifested forth his glory; and his disciples believed on him.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →John names this the first of Jesus' signs: at Cana he revealed his glory, and his disciples believed on him.
What Does John 2:11 Mean?
John names the miracles of Jesus signs — wonders that point beyond themselves to reveal who he is — and counts this the first. There is no crowd and no spectacle; the glory shown at Cana is almost hidden, witnessed by servants and disciples at the edge of a village feast. Yet in it heaven has touched water, and the disciples know whom they are following.
The first unveiling of his glory is creative, generous, and kind: power spent to spare a family shame and keep a celebration full. And the sign does its proper work — the men who followed on testimony in chapter 1 now believe with their own eyes. Signs are given not to dazzle but to deepen trust. Every glimpse of his glory is an invitation to believe on him more fully.
John 2:11 in the Original Language
semeion (σημεῖον), 'miracles' -- literally a sign, a wonder that points beyond itself to who Jesus is.
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What does John 2:11 mean?
John names this the first of Jesus' signs: at Cana he revealed his glory, and his disciples believed on him.