John 21:7
Therefore that disciple whom Jesus loved saith unto Peter, It is the Lord. Now when Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he girt his fisher’s coat unto him, (for he was naked,) and did cast himself into the sea.
Cross-references
In John 21:20, Peter later sees the same beloved disciple — linking his role in identifying Jesus to the question about his future.
John 21:24 identifies the beloved disciple as the author — the same one who first recognized Jesus in this scene.
John 21:15 follows: Jesus questions Peter's love after this impetuous leap — linking eager action to restoration.
John 13:23 introduces the beloved disciple at the Last Supper — the same one who recognizes Jesus here.
John 19:26 shows the beloved disciple at the cross — the same disciple who identifies the risen Jesus here.
John 20:2 shows the beloved disciple with Peter at the empty tomb — the same one who recognizes Jesus now at the sea.
In John 20:25, Thomas demands proof; here Peter recognizes Jesus immediately — contrasting faith and doubt.
In John 20:6, Peter enters the empty tomb eagerly; here he leaps into the sea — both highlight his impulsive faith.
In Matthew 14:28, Peter's impulsive request to walk on water mirrors his eager jump here—both show urgency to reach Jesus.
In Matthew 14:29, Peter steps out of the boat onto water; here he jumps into the sea—both display bold response to Jesus.