John 16:7
King James Version
Translation: KJV
5But now I go my way to him that sent me; and none of you asketh me, Whither goest thou?Select John 16:5
6But because I have said these things unto you, sorrow hath filled your heart.Select John 16:6
7Nevertheless 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.Select John 16:7
8And when he is come, he will reprove the world of sin, and of righteousness, and of judgment:Select John 16:8
9Of sin, because they believe not on me;Select John 16:9
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WEB
16:7 Nevertheless I tell you the truth: It is to your advantage that I go away, for if I don’t go away, the Counselor won’t come to you. But if I go, I will send him to you.
ASV
16:7 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.
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