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Correct Belief, Present Pain
Commentators observe that while Martha's statement about the final resurrection is theologically correct, it reveals her disappointment. She hoped for an immediate miracle, not just a general, future promise. This highlights a relatable human experience where correct doctrine doesn't always soothe present, overwhelming grief.
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Albert Barnes
On John 11:24
18th Century
Theologian
At the last day. The day of judgment. Of this Martha was fully convinced; but this was not all that she desired. She in this manner delica…
AT Robertson
On John 11:24
In the resurrection at the last day (εν τη αναστασε εν τη εσχατη ημερα). Did Jesus mean only that? She believed it, of course, and…
Charles Ellicott
On John 11:24
19th Century
Bishop
I know that he shall rise again in the resurrection...—Her answer expresses some disappointment. Her whole heart had been…
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Charles Spurgeon
On John 11:22–24
19th Century
Preacher
But I know, that even now, whatever you will ask of God, God will give it to you. Jesus said to her, Your brother shall rise again. Martha said…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On John 11:24
Martha interpreted Jesus’ promise (v.23) that her brother would rise again in terms of the expectation of a general resurrection. She may have take…
John Calvin
On John 11:24
16th Century
Theologian
I know that he shall rise again. We now see Martha’s excessive timidity in understating the meaning of Christ’s words. We have said that s…
John Gill
On John 11:24
17th Century
Pastor
Martha says unto him
Being desirous of knowing the sense and meaning of Christ, as well as to express her own faith;…
Matthew Henry
On John 11:17–32
17th Century
Minister
Here was a house where the fear of God was, and on which his blessing rested; yet it was made a house of mourning. Grace will keep sorrow from the …