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Nicodemus also came, he who at first came to Jesus by night, bringing a mixture of myrrh and aloes, about a hundred Roman pounds.
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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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Nicodemus also (κα Νικοδημος). The Synoptics tell about Joseph of Arimathea, but only John adds the help that Nicodemus gave him i…
19th Century
Anglican
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…
Baptist
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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Nicodemus, another distinguished member of the Jewish aristocracy, shared the responsibility for receiving Jesus’ body with Joseph. This marks his …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And there came also Nicodemus To the cross, at the same time as Joseph did; who, whether they were brethren, as some…
Presbyterian
Joseph of Arimathea was a disciple of Christ in secret. Disciples should openly profess themselves; yet some, who in lesser trials have been fearfu…
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13th Century
Catholic
After the Evangelist has told us about the crucifixion and death of Christ, he now turns to His burial, covering the following points:
