All this I have told you so that you will not fall away. They will put you out of the synagogue; in fact, the time is coming when anyone who kills.

These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

New International Version They kept asking, “What does he mean by 'a little while'? We don't understand what he is saying.” New Living Translation

Jesus is reassuring His disciples by promising the presence of the Holy Spirit (John 16:8–13). As part of that, He has again referred to leaving them.

John 16:18 In-Context 16 Jesus went on to say, “In a little while you will see me no more, and then after a little while you will see me.”

Jesus went on to say, “In a little while you will see me no more, and then after a little while you will see me.” At this, some of his disciples said to one ...

Most assuredly, I say to you that you will weep and lament, but the world will rejoice; and you will be sorrowful, but your sorrow will be turned into joy.

He will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come.

7But I tell you the truth, it is better for you that I go. For if I do not go, the Advocate will not come to you. But if I go, I will send him to you.

John 16:16–18 — New Living Translation (NLT). 16 “In a little while you won't see me anymore. But a little while after that, you will see me again.”.