JOHN 11. THE RAISING OF LAZARAS.
John 11:1. The Miracle. The withdrawal to Peræ a is brought to a
sudden end by the illness of Jesus-' friend Lazarus. Bethany, to
distinguish it from the Bethany beyond Jordan (John 1:28), is
described as the home of Mary and Martha, the younger sister being the
bett... [ Continue Reading ]
THE RESULTS OF THE MIRACLE. The majority of the Jews who came to
comfort the sisters were convinced, but some remained hostile, and
gave information to the Pharisees. The chief priests, _i.e._ the
Sadducees, always first when action is needed, and the Pharisees,
summon a council. In face of the grow... [ Continue Reading ]