John 21:14

This is now the third time that Jesus shewed himself to his disciples, after that he was risen from the dead.

Cross-reference

John 20:19 Historical context

In John 20:19, Jesus first appears to the disciples in the upper room — John 21:14 notes this as the third appearance, connecting the sequence.

John 20:26 Citation

In John 20:26, Jesus appears again (to Thomas) — John 21:14 counts this as the third appearance, tying the resurrection accounts together.