John 3:2

The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with him.

Cross-reference

John 12:37 Contrast

In John 12:37, despite many signs, the people still did not believe—contrasting Nicodemus' conclusion that signs prove divine origin.

John 19:39 Parallel

John 19:39 records Nicodemus bringing embalming spices, directly continuing the story of his night visit to Jesus.

John 19:38 Parallel

John 19:38 introduces Joseph of Arimathea, another secret disciple for fear of the Jews — parallel to Nicodemus's cautious approach.

John 15:24 Parallel

In John 15:24, Jesus says His unique works leave no excuse for unbelief—reinforcing Nicodemus' point that signs are divine testimony.

John 11:47 Contrast

In John 11:47, the Sanhedrin also acknowledges Jesus' many signs, but instead of belief, they see Him as a threat—a contrasting response.

John 5:36 Parallel

John 5:36 states that Jesus' works bear witness that the Father sent him — directly supporting Nicodemus's logic that signs prove God is with him.

In John 9:30-33, the healed blind man echoes Nicodemus' logic: Jesus' signs prove He is from God, as only one from God could do them.

John 9:16 Contrast

John 9:16 records a Pharisee debate: some deny signs prove God is with him because he breaks Sabbath — a direct contrast to Nicodemus's acceptance.

John 7:51 Parallel

John 7:51 has Nicodemus arguing for a fair hearing, referencing the law — extending his initial respect for Jesus as a teacher.

John 7:50 Parallel

John 7:50 shows Nicodemus, who first came to Jesus by night, now speaking up in defense of Jesus before the council.

John 7:28 Contrast

John 7:28 highlights the crowd's ignorance of God, contrasting with Nicodemus's recognition that Jesus comes from God.

John 10:38 Parallel

John 10:38 urges belief in the works themselves, exactly the evidentiary basis Nicodemus used.

John 10:25 Parallel

John 10:25 has Jesus himself affirm that his works testify about him, confirming Nicodemus's insight.

John 9:33 Parallel

John 9:33 directly echoes Nicodemus's logic: 'If this man were not from God, he could do nothing.'

John 2:23 Parallel

John 2:23 reports many believing because of signs, paralleling Nicodemus's own conclusion from the signs.

John 2:11 Historical context

John 2:11 is the first sign Jesus performed, giving concrete evidence for Nicodemus's claim that signs show God is with him.

John 7:13 Historical context

John 7:13 reveals the fear of speaking publicly about Jesus, providing the reason for Nicodemus's nighttime visit.

John 7:31 Parallel

John 7:31 shows people reasoning that the Messiah would do more signs — echoing Nicodemus's connection between signs and divine origin.

John 12:42 Parallel

John 12:42 notes many authorities secretly believed — Nicodemus's night visit exemplifies this secret faith among Jewish leaders.

John 4:45 Parallel

John 4:45 shows Galileans welcoming Jesus after seeing his works, a similar response to what Nicodemus observed.

Acts 10:38 Parallel

In Acts 10:38, Peter says 'God was with Him,' directly matching Nicodemus' reasoning that Jesus' signs prove God's presence.

Acts 2:22 Parallel

In Acts 2:22, Peter declares Jesus was attested by God through signs—directly echoing Nicodemus' testimony that God was with Him.

In Matthew 11:5, Jesus lists the signs he performs — the very signs Nicodemus references as proof he is from God.

Mark 12:14 Contrast

Mark 12:14 parallels Matthew 22:16: the same insincere 'Teacher, we know' compliment — a contrast to Nicodemus's sincere acknowledgment.

Matthew 22:16 also has opponents addressing Jesus as 'Teacher' with 'we know', but insincerely — contrasting with Nicodemus's genuine recognition.

In 1 Kings 17:24, the widow recognizes Elijah as a man of God after a sign—paralleling Nicodemus' conclusion from Jesus' signs.

Luke 24:19 Related theme

In Luke 24:19, disciples call Jesus a prophet powerful in word and deed — echoing Nicodemus's recognition of his signs and divine origin.

Luke 20:21 Parallel

In Luke 20:21, spies say 'we know' to flatter Jesus — similar to Nicodemus's 'we know', but with insincere motives.

Acts 4:16 Parallel

In Acts 4:16, the leaders admit a notable sign through the apostles is undeniable, similar to Nicodemus' acknowledgment of Jesus' signs.

Acts 4:17 Contrast

In Acts 4:17, despite admitting the sign, the leaders try to suppress the message—contrasting Nicodemus' belief that signs point to God.