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John 11:35 Cross-References
Explore 16 cross-references for John 11:35 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting John chapter 11 verse 35 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Jesus wept.”
John 11:35 (KJV)
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Commentary on John 11:35
This verse, the shortest in Scripture, conveys profound theology through simplicity: 'Jesus wept' (edakrysen ho Iesous). The verb dakryo means to shed tears, indicating genuine emotional expression. This moment reveals Christ's full humanity - He experiences grief, sorrow, and compassion. The context shows Jesus approaching Lazarus' tomb, surrounded by mourning sisters and friends. Though Jesus knew He would raise Lazarus, He still wept. This demonstrates that foreknowledge of resurrection does not invalidate present sorrow. Jesus enters fully into human suffering rather than remaining emotion...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for John 11:35
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“he saw the city and wept over it”
“but one who has been in all points tempted like we are”
“and the Jews weeping who came with her”
“and rejected by men; a man of suffering”
“because they don't observe your law.”
“my soul shall weep in secret for [your] pride; and my eye shall weep sore”
“he doesn't give help to angels”
“Did not I weep for him that was in trouble? was not my soul grieved for the poor?”
“and the angel of his presence saved them: in his love and in his pity he redeemed them; and he bore them”
“for his heart yearned over his brother; and he sought a place to weep. He entered into his room”