Joh 16:21 | TNotes | STEP | 16:21 the pains of labor: This metaphor symbolizes anguish that is followed by God’s blessing and wonder (cp. Isa 21:2-3 ; 26:16-21 ; 66:7-10 ; Jer 13:21 ).

bIsa 21:2-3►

c26:16-21►

d66:7-10►

eJer 13:21►

‏ John 16:21

16:21 ^a the pains of labor: This metaphor symbolizes anguish that is followed by God’s blessing and wonder (cp. Isa 21:2-3 ^b; 26:16-21 ^c; 66:7-10 ^d; Jer 13:21 ^e).