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An Official Decree
Commentators explain that this was not a casual threat but an official decree from the Sanhedrin, the highest Jewish council. This formal command explains the public tension and why people were questioning whether Jesus would dare to appear at the feast, as anyone who knew his location was legally bound to report him.
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AT Robertson
On John 11:57
The chief priests and the Pharisees (ο αρχιερεις κα ο Φαρισαιο). The Sanhedrin.
Had given commandment (δεδ…
Charles Ellicott
On John 11:57
19th Century
Bishop
Now both the chief priests and the Pharisees.—If the word translated “both” is regarded as part of the text, it would connect this…
Charles Spurgeon
On John 11:57
19th Century
Preacher
They could not deny the miracle: they could arrest and punish the miracle-worker.
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John Gill
On John 11:57
17th Century
Pastor
Now both the chief priests and the Pharisees
Who were of the sanhedrim:
had given a commandment
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…