The Greek word translated “Word” in this passage is Logos, and it was common in both Greek philosophy and Jewish thought of that day. For example, in the Old Testament the “word” of God is often personified as an instrument for the execution of God’s will (Psalm 33:6; 107:20; 119:89; 147:15-18).
Ang salitang Griyego na isinalin sa salitang Salita sa talatang ito ay logos, ay karaniwang ginagamit sa pilosopiyang Hudyo at Griyego ng panahong iyon. Halimbawa, sa Lumang Tipan, ang salitang logos o salita ay laging ginagamit na tulad sa isang persona na nagsasakatuparan ng kalooban ng Diyos (Awit 33:6, 107:20, 119:89, 147:15-18).