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that the word of Jesus might be fulfilled, which he spoke, signifying by what kind of death he should die.
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Commentators universally highlight that this verse shows the specificity of Jesus's prophecy. Had the Jewish leaders executed Jesus, the method would have been stoning. Their appeal to the Romans, however, led to crucifixion—a distinctly Roman punishment. This precisely fulfilled Jesus's prediction that he would be 'lifted up' (John 3:14, 12:32), demonstrating God's control over the exact details of His plan.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
That the saying of Jesus, and so forth. Namely, that he would be delivered into the hands of the Gentiles and be crucified
By what manner of death (ποιω θανατω). Instrumental case of the qualitative interrogative ποιος in an indirect question, the very …
19th Century
Anglican
That the saying of Jesus might be fulfilled.—Compare Note on John 18:9.
Signifying what death he shoul…
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Baptist
That the saying of Jesus might be fulfilled, which he spoke, signifying what death he should die.
Crucifixion was a Roman, not a Je…
The introduction of Roman action at this point ensured death by crucifixion, if the Jews could persuade Pilate to render a verdict against Jesus. J…
16th Century
Protestant
That the word of Jesus might be fulfilled. Finally, the Evangelist adds that it was necessary for this to be done, so that the prediction …
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
That the saying of Jesus might be fulfilled That he should be delivered by the Jews to the Gentiles, to crucify him; and …
It was unjust to put one to death who had done so much good; therefore, the Jews were willing to save themselves from reproach. Many fear the scand…
13th Century
Catholic
1. Now the Evangelist tells about Christ’s being handed over to the Gentiles. This involves three points:
