ISB ~ John 6 v20

It is I:Or “I am”.

• The reassurance that Jesus gives to the disciples is also an act of self-revelation. His words recall the holy name “I am” that Yahweh revealed to Moses at the burning bush (Ex 3:14). The claim to divinity inherent in this name is substantiated by Jesus’ exhibition of

power over the laws of nature (6:19; Job 9:8). Several times Jesus claims this divine name for himself in the Fourth Gospel (8:24, 58; 13:19; 18:6) (CCC 213). do not be afraid: Words often spoken when God reveals himself to his people, whether directly or through an angel (Gen 26:24; Judg 6:22-23; Lk 1:30).