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John 11:54 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for John 11:54 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting John chapter 11 verse 54 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Jesus therefore walked no more openly among the Jews; but went thence unto a country near to the wilderness, into a city called Ephraim, and there continued with his disciples.”
John 11:54 (KJV)
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Commentary on John 11:54
Jesus responds to the death plot by withdrawing from public ministry among hostile Jews. He goes to Ephraim, a small town near the wilderness, demonstrating wisdom in avoiding premature death. This strategic withdrawal shows divine sovereignty over timing: Jesus dies at the appointed hour, not before. His withdrawal also fulfills Scripture's pattern of the rejected prophet. The phrase 'no more openly' indicates continued but restricted ministry. Even Jesus' geographical movements serve redemptive timing.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for John 11:54
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“Jesus was walking in Galilee”
“and took cities from him”
“and himself seeks to be known openly. If you do these things”
“When therefore the LORD knew how the Pharisees had heard that Jesus made and baptized more disciples than John”
“and there he stayed.”
“that Absalom had sheepshearers in Baal Hazor”
“Howbeit no man spake openly of him for fear of the Jews.”
“I spoke openly to the world. I always taught in synagogues, and in the temple, where the Jews always meet. I said nothing in secret.,Jesus answered him, I spake openly to the world; I ever taught in the synagogue, and in the temple, whither the Jews always resort; and in secret have I said nothing.,,,,,,,,”
“then he also went up”