He will recover (σωθησετα). Future passive indicative of σωζω used in its original sense of being or getting well (safe and sound)…

If he sleep, he shall do well. Sleep was regarded by the Jews, in sickness, as a favourable symptom; therefore, it was said among them, "S…

Then said his disciples.—Better, Therefore... Their remark immediately arises out of what our Lord has said. The…

But I go, that I may awake him out of sleep. Then said his disciples, Lord, if he sleep, he shall do well. Howbeit Jesus spoke of his death: bu…

St. John Chrysostom: After comforting His disciples in one way, He comforts them in another by telling them they were not goin…

In order to explain his action, Jesus decided to educate his disciples by informing them that Lazarus was asleep and that he intended to wake him. …

If he sleepeth, he will recover. Replying that sleep will have a beneficial effect on Lazarus, they therefore try indirectly to d…

Then said his disciples, Lord, if he sleep
Soundly, quietly, and comfortably, and takes rest in it:

Since we are sure to rise again at the last, why should not the believing hope of that resurrection to eternal life make it as easy for us to put o…

1. Above, our Lord mentioned His intention of going to the place where Lazarus had died; now He reveals His intention to raise him.

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