John 8:28 to Isaiah 52:13

NT Text: John 8:28

OT Source(s):

• Isaiah 52:13 (Servant "raised and lifted up and highly exalted")
• Exodus 3:14 ("I AM")

Source: John Gill, Exposition of the Entire Bible (1763)

Reference Type: Allusion

Connection Method(s): Promise-Fulfillment

Anchor Text: Isa 52:13-53:12 — The Suffering Servant

Significance: Second "lifted up" saying. Dual meaning: crucifixion + exaltation. Links to Isaianic Suffering Servant. "I am" formula = divine self-identification.