John 10:30

"I and my Father are one."

Commentary

Jesus distinguishes himself from the Father while asserting their profound relationship. The use of 'Father' emphasizes the intimate, familial bond that defines their connection, which was a radical claim in first-century Jewish monotheism. This declaration of unity sparked immediate controversy, as Jesus' Jewish audience understood it as a claim to deity. The Greek word for 'one' (hen) is neuter, suggesting unity of essence and purpose rather than mere agreement, forming a cornerstone text for trinitarian theology.