en_tn_condensed/jhn/15/01.md

Connecting Statement:

The part of the story from the previous chapter continues. Jesus reclines at the table with his disciples and continues to speak to them.

I am the true vine

Here the "true vine" is a metaphor. Jesus compares himself to a vine or a vine stem. He is the source of life that causes people to live in a way that pleases God. Alternate translation: "I am like a vine that produces good fruit" (See: rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-metaphor)

my Father is the gardener

The "gardener" is a metaphor. A "gardener" is a person who takes care of the vine to ensure it is as fruitful as possible. Alternate translation: "my Father is like a gardener" (See: rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-metaphor)

my Father

This is an important title for God. (See: rc://en/ta/man/jit/guidelines-sonofgodprinciples)