Focusing on the present text of the Fourth Gospel Deolito V. Vistar Jr. argues that the signs
are not only the eight major miracles recounted in the Gospel but also include non-miraculous
deeds of Jesus (the temple cleansing the washing of the disciples' feet and so forth) that
equally reveal his true identity and role as the incarnate Word of God the supreme revealer of
the Father the Savior of the world and so forth. Based on this broad meaning and reference
the author further argues that the complex of the cross-and-resurrection is the supreme sign.
The earlier signs adumbrate and lead up to the sign par excellence where Christ supremely
reveals who he is and accomplishes the salvation of the world. The author builds up his case by
mustering fresh arguments from the text yielding insights and conclusions that contribute to
the continuing broader interpretation of the Fourth Gospel.
