NT Text: John 12:38
OT Source(s):
Source: Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Reference Type: Direct Quotation
Connection Method(s): Promise-Fulfillment
Anchor Text: Isa 52:13-53:12 — The Suffering Servant
Significance: First of series of "in order that Scripture might be fulfilled" (hina plērōthē) citations dominating passion narrative. Identical to LXX = MT. Provides theodicy for Jewish rejection—it fulfills scriptural pattern. "Arm of the Lord" = God's power (frequent exodus metaphor: Exodus 6:1, 6; 15:16; Deuteronomy 4:34). Suffering Servant rejected but exalted. Connects Jesus with Isaianic Servant.