14:16 I will ask the Father, and he will give. Both the Father and the Son are active in sending the Holy Spirit. He is the Spirit of God, the Spirit of the Father (Gen. 1:2; Is. 11:2; Matt. 10:20), and the Spirit of Christ, the Son (Rom. 8:9; Gal. 4:6; Phil. 1:19; 1 Pet. 1:11).

another Helper. See text note. The Greek word translated “Helper” was used in legal language for an advocate for the defense (1 John 2:1), and more generally for one called upon for help. Jesus was such a help for the disciples; and after His ascension the Holy Spirit would take over this work. The term emphasizes the personality of the Holy Spirit as distinct from the Father and the Son, and also His unity with them in the work of redemption.