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20 When he had said this, he showed them his hands and his side. Then the disciples rejoiced when they saw the Lord.[a]

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  1. John 20:20 sn When the disciples recognized Jesus (now referred to as the Lord, cf. Mary’s words in v. 18) they were suddenly overcome with joy. This was a fulfillment of Jesus’ words to the disciples in the Farewell Discourse (16:20-22) that they would have sorrow while the world rejoiced, but that their sorrow would be turned to lasting joy when they saw him again.

20 After he said this, he showed them his hands and side.(A) The disciples were overjoyed(B) when they saw the Lord.

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