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From Fear to Faithfulness
Commentators emphasize Nicodemus's transformation. He first came to Jesus secretly "by night" out of fear, but now, at Jesus' most humiliating moment, he publicly honors Him. As one scholar notes, this shows how grace can turn a "bruised reed" into a "strong cedar," demonstrating that faith can grow from timid beginnings into courageous action.
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AT Robertson
On John 19:39
Nicodemus also (κα Νικοδημος). The Synoptics tell about Joseph of Arimathea, but only John adds the help that Nicodemus gave him i…
Charles Ellicott
On John 19:39
19th Century
Bishop
Nicodemus, which at the first came to Jesus by night.—He is mentioned only by John. (Compare to Notes on John 3:1-2;[Refe…
Charles Spurgeon
On John 19:38–40
19th Century
Preacher
And after this Joseph of Arimathea, being a disciple of Jesus, but secretly for fear of the Jews, besought Pilate that he might take away the b…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On John 19:39
Nicodemus, another distinguished member of the Jewish aristocracy, shared the responsibility for receiving Jesus’ body with Joseph. This marks his …
John Gill
On John 19:39
17th Century
Pastor
And there came also Nicodemus
To the cross, at the same time as Joseph did; who, whether they were brethren, as some…
Matthew Henry
On John 19:38–42
17th Century
Minister
Joseph of Arimathea was a disciple of Christ in secret. Disciples should openly profess themselves; yet some, who in lesser trials have been fearfu…