14:20a

On that day: This phrase probably refers to the time when Jesus would rise from the dead. But it is good to leave this implied from the context. For example:

When that day comes (Good News Translation)

you will know: The word you here is plural and refers to Jesus’ disciples.

know: This verb here means “come to know” or “realize.” Jesus had told them many times about his union with the Father. However, they did not understand that it was true until he rose from the dead.

that I am in My Father: This is a very difficult metaphor to express in many languages. It indicates that Jesus and God are united as one God. See how you translated this idea in 14:10. Here are some other ways to express this idea:

that I live in my Father
-or-
that I am united with my Father

My Father: The phrase My Father refers to God the Father.

14:20b

and you are in Me, and I am in you: This expression means “and you live in me and I live in you.” This refers to the very close relationship between Jesus and his disciples. See how you translated a similar expression in 14:10. Some languages have idioms to express this idea. Here are some other ways to translate this expression:

I and you are united
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I ⌊am united⌋ to you and you ⌊are united⌋ to me.
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I ⌊live⌋ in you, and you ⌊live⌋ in me

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