Albert Barnes Commentary John 7:12

Albert Barnes Commentary

John 7:12

1798–1870
Presbyterian
Albert Barnes
Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes Commentary

John 7:12

1798–1870
Presbyterian
SCRIPTURE

"And there was much murmuring among the multitudes concerning him: some said, He is a good man; others said, Not so, but he leadeth the multitude astray." — John 7:12 (ASV)

Murmuring. Contention, disputing.

He deceiveth the people. That is, he is deluding them, or drawing them away by pretending to be the Messiah.