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Prudence and Divine Timing
Commentators explain that Jesus' withdrawal to Ephraim was not an act of fear, but of divine wisdom. He knew the Sanhedrin had ordered his death, but his 'hour' was set for the upcoming Passover. By retreating, Jesus prudently ensured that God's perfect timetable for salvation would be fulfilled, demonstrating a balance between divine sovereignty and responsible action.
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Albert Barnes
On John 11:54
18th Century
Theologian
No more openly. No more publicly, in the cities and towns. Jesus never exposed his life unnecessarily to hazard. Although the time of his …
AT Robertson
On John 11:54
Therefore walked no more openly (ουν ουκετ παρρησια περιεπατε). Imperfect active of περιπατεω, to walk around. Jesus saw clearly t…
Charles Ellicott
On John 11:54
19th Century
Bishop
Jesus therefore walked no more openly among the Jews.—He had heard of the decree of the Sanhedrin which had been publicly…
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Charles Spurgeon
On John 11:54
19th Century
Preacher
We do not find that he performed miracles there or preached, but in a holy and devout retirement, perhaps he prepared his mind for the last great w…
John Calvin
On John 11:54
16th Century
Theologian
Which is called Ephraim. As to the name of the town which is mentioned here, I think that either it was pronounced at that time in a corru…
John Gill
On John 11:54
17th Century
Pastor
Jesus therefore
Knowing the resolution the sanhedrim had taken to put him to death, and the schemes they were formin…
Matthew Henry
On John 11:54–57
17th Century
Minister
Before our gospel passover, we must renew our repentance. Thus, by voluntary purification and religious exercises, many, more devout than their nei…