ACC ~ John 20 v30

OTHER EVANGELISTS’ ACCOUNTS SUFFICIENT

THEODORE OF MOPSUESTIA: With these words the Evangelist shows that there were countless signs that the Savior performed before the disciples. In addition, he testifies that the words of the Gospels are true, namely, those scattered accounts composed accurately by the other [Evangelists] but were omitted by him. With his words here he demonstrates that he did not report those words without any polemical intention, but he shows that the words of the other [Evangelists] are true and are sufficient for the one who comes in faith and considers, reads and understands them. COMMENTARY ON JOHN 7.20.30-31. [1]

[1] CSCO 4 3:358-59.

MANY SIGNS BEFORE AND AFTER THE RESURRECTION

CHRYSOSTOM: For as before the resurrection it was necessary that many signs should be done, in order that they might believe that he was the Son of God, so it was also necessary after the resurrection, in order that they might admit that he had arisen. Another reason why he added “In the presence of his disciples” is because he conversed with them alone after the resurrection. Therefore he also said, “The world sees me no more.” [1] HOMILIES ON THE GOSPEL OF JOHN 87.2. [2]

[1] Jn 14:19.

[2] NPNF 1 14:328*.

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