John 16:7
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King James Version (modern wording)
Nevertheless I tell you the truth; It is expedient for you that I go away: for if I go not away, the Comforter will not come unto you; but if I depart, I will send him unto you.
John 16:7 (KJV)
American Standard Version
Nevertheless I tell you the truth: It is expedient for you that I go away; for if I go not away, the Comforter will not come unto you; but if I go, I will send him unto you.
John 16:7 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
But I tell you the truth, it is for your benefit that I am going away. Unless I go away, the Advocate will not come to you; but if I go, I will send Him to you.
John 16:7 (BSB)
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What does John 16:7 say?
John 16:7 in modern King James wording reads: "Nevertheless I tell you the truth; It is expedient for you that I go away: for if I go not away, the Comforter will not come unto you; but if I depart, I will send him unto you."
Where is John 16:7 found in the Bible?
John 16:7 is verse 7 of chapter 16 of the book of John, in the New Testament. John has 21 chapters.
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