What does John 14:27 mean?
“Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.”
Jesus leaves his followers peace—but not the fragile peace the world offers. His peace is a settled calm rooted in his presence, so their hearts need not be troubled or afraid.
Jesus spoke these words on the night before his death, comforting disciples who were about to be shaken. He gives peace as a parting gift, like a will left to those he loves—‘my peace I give to you.’
The peace of the world depends on circumstances; Jesus’ peace depends on him. Because he is risen and present by his Spirit, his followers can face fear and loss with a calm the world cannot give or take away.
What kind of peace does Jesus give?
Not the absence of trouble, but a settled trust grounded in his presence and victory—peace with God that steadies the heart in any circumstance.
Greek word studies — original-language background to the verse.
Original BibleDawn explanation · reviewed 2026-06. Drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy.