The evangelist does not once mention his own name in this gospel, but he prominently refers to his nearness to Jesus, a sign of love. He had no greater privilege than being loved by Jesus. In this respect he omits his own name, glorifying God’s Son.
Yohana alikuwa amepumzika kifuani mwa Yesu. Huyu mwinjilisti hataji jina lake mwenyewe hata mara moja ndani ya Injili yake, lakini anataja waziwazi ukaribu wake na Yesu, kama ishara ya upendo.