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John 11:16 Cross-References
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“Then said Thomas, which is called Didymus, unto his fellowdisciples, Let us also go, that we may die with him.”
John 11:16 (KJV)
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Commentary on John 11:16
Thomas, called Didymus (twin), speaks with resigned courage, urging fellow disciples to accompany Jesus to death. His statement reveals both devotion and misunderstanding—he expects Jesus' death but not resurrection. Thomas' words echo Job's fatalism ('let us die') yet demonstrate loyalty. His courage deserves commendation even while his understanding remains incomplete. This previews Thomas' later doubt (20:24-29), showing consistency in his need for tangible evidence.
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Cross-References for John 11:16
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“Lord, why can't I follow you now? I will lay down my life for you.”
“whose surname was{NU omits Lebbaeus, whose surname was} Thaddaeus;”
“the son of Alphaeus; Simon”
“the son of Alphaeus; Thaddaeus; Simon the Zealot;”
“Thomas called Didymus”
“Even if I must die with you, I will not deny you. All of the disciples also said likewise.”
“they went up into the upper room”
“Rabbi, the Jews were just trying to stone you, and are you going there again?”
“one of the twelve”
“Lord, I am ready to go with you both to prison and to death!”