Joh 17:19 | TNotes | STEP | 17:19 I give myself as a holy sacrifice (literally I sanctify myself ): Priests and prophets were similarly set apart for service to God (Lev 8:30 ; Jer 1:5 ). Jesus recommitted himself to his mission, acknowledging that he was set apart for the purpose of the cross. The disciples would benefit because his death would enable them to experience new holiness in a deep attachment to God.

bLev 8:30►

cJer 1:5►

‏ John 17:19

17:19 ^a I give myself as a holy sacrifice (literally I sanctify myself): Priests and prophets were similarly set apart for service to God (Lev 8:30 ^b; Jer 1:5 ^c). Jesus recommitted himself to his mission, acknowledging that he was set apart for the purpose of the cross. The disciples would benefit because his death would enable them to experience new holiness in a deep attachment to God.