Jesus as God
The Son of Man Descended from Heaven
Jewish teachers might claim revelation from heaven, but Jesus speaks of heaven as the place from which the Son of Man personally came.
How this passage contributes to the case:
The labels below identify the kinds of evidence for Jesus' divinity found in this passage.
Select a label for an explanation.
Strength of evidence: Strong.
This passage provides substantial evidence relevant to Jesus' divine identity when read in its literary and historical context.
Scripture
What Was Said or Done
Jesus describes the Son of Man as the one who descended from heaven.
Historical and Cultural Context
Daniel 7 provides the principal Son-of-Man background, while heavenly descent language distinguishes Jesus from merely earthly teachers.
Old Testament Background
Daniel 7:13-14 is the major background.
Exposition
The saying locates Jesus' origin in heaven and grounds his authority to speak of heavenly things.
Why This Points to His Divinity
It is direct evidence of pre-existence without requiring this verse alone to establish eternal existence.