--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: John vii. 24. Judge not according to the…" description: "\"“John vii. 24. Judge not according to the appearance. John xii. 8. For the poor always ye have with you. John xii, 35. Walk while ye have the light, le..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f2f/various-1467_darkness_john-vii-24-judge-not-according-to-the-a_725125.jpg" --- # John vii. 24. Judge not according to the appearance. John… ![“John vii. 24. Judge not according to the appearance. John xii. 8. For the poor always ye have with you. John xii, 35. Walk while ye have the light, lest darkness come upon you. John xiv. 1. Let not your heart be troubled. John xiv. 2. In my Father's house are many mansions.” quote by Various](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f2f/various-1467_darkness_john-vii-24-judge-not-according-to-the-a_725125.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f2f/various-1467_darkness_john-vii-24-judge-not-according-to-the-a_725125.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f2f/various-1467_darkness_john-vii-24-judge-not-according-to-the-a_725125.jpg) > ““John vii. 24. Judge not according to the appearance. John xii. 8. For the poor always ye have with you. John xii, 35. Walk while ye have the light, lest darkness come upon you. John xiv. 1. Let not your heart be troubled. John xiv. 2. In my Father's house are many mansions.”” [Various](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/various/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The verses advise judging beyond appearances, caring for the poor, staying vigilant, keeping a peaceful heart, and trusting in abundant spiritual reward. **In simple terms:** Live with compassion, vigilance, and trust. Key Takeaway Practice empathy and inner calm. Themes compassion faith vigilance spirituality Mood hopeful contemplative Type religious ethical When to use this quote - charitable work - personal meditation - community service - spiritual study Key Concepts ethical conduct religious teachings Questions to Reflect On - How do these teachings apply to modern life? - What does “light” symbolize for you? 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