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A Purposeful Delay
Commentators unanimously agree that Jesus's two-day delay was not an accident or a sign of indifference. Scholars explain it was a deliberate act to ensure Lazarus was undeniably dead (four days by the time Jesus arrived), setting the stage for a more glorious and unmistakable miracle. This delay was designed to remove all doubt and magnify God's power.
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Albert Barnes
On John 11:6
18th Century
Theologian
He remained two days. Probably Lazarus died soon after the messengers left him. Jesus knew this (John 11:11) and did not hurry…
AT Robertson
On John 11:6
That he was sick (οτ ασθενε). Present active indicative retained in indirect discourse after a secondary tense (ηκουσεν).
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Charles Ellicott
On John 11:6
19th Century
Bishop
When he had heard therefore.—Better, When He heard therefore . . .
He remained two days longer.—I…
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Charles Spurgeon
On John 11:6
19th Century
Preacher
When he had heard therefore that he was sick, he abode two days still in the same place where he was.
We cannot always understand w…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On John 11:6
Jesus’ reaction was optimistic and purposeful. He gave assurance to the disciples that Lazarus’s illness would not terminate in death, and stated t…
John Gill
On John 11:6
17th Century
Pastor
When he had heard therefore that he was sick
Though Christ had heard that Lazarus was sick, and by such good hands, …
Matthew Henry
On John 11:1–6
17th Century
Minister
It is no new thing for those whom Christ loves to be sick; physical illnesses correct corruption and test the graces of God's people. He did not co…