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John 11:56

King James Version (KJV)

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John 11:56

Verse 56 of 57

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Then sought they for Jesus, and spake among themselves, as they stood in the temple, What think ye, that he will not come to the feast?

John 11:56 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on John 11:56

Theological / Devotional

Then sought they. As they had done earlier at the Feast of Tabernacles (ch. 7:11). But now with the united efforts of the Sadducees and Pharisees (see on ch. 11:47) their search was greatly intensified.

He will not come. In view of the recent command for the arrest of Jesus there was considerable doubt as to whether He would be present at the feast. The Greek may be interpreted as conveying the idea, “He would not dare come to the feast, would He?” They apparently hoped that He would do so, and thus facilitate His arrest.

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