“That was the true Light, which lighteth every man that cometh into the world.”
The true light that gives light to everyone was coming into the world — the Greek "photizō" (to give light, enlighten) suggests not merely revelation but the bestowal of capacity to perceive truth. The "true" light (ho alethinos) echoes John's characteristic interest in reality and authenticity versus mere appearance. The present participle "was coming" (erchetai) indicates the Word's ongoing entrance into history, suggesting both the incarnation and its continuing effect through the Gospel.
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