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John 12:17 Cross-References
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“The people therefore that was with him when he called Lazarus out of his grave, and raised him from the dead, bare record.”
John 12:17 (KJV)
Historical Context for John 12:17
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Commentary on John 12:17
The eyewitnesses to Lazarus' resurrection continue testifying, their ongoing witness creating evangelistic momentum. The Greek verb 'testified' (emarturoun) indicates continuous action—they kept bearing witness. Their testimony validates the miracle's reality and demonstrates transformed lives as evidence. This exemplifies how authentic Christian testimony is eyewitness account, not hearsay. Their witness drew crowds to Jesus, showing evangelism's power when believers share what they've seen God do. Personal testimony remains compelling evidence.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for John 12:17
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“the witness of God is greater; for this is God's testimony which he has testified concerning his Son.”
“and of the testimony of Jesus Christ”
“and they came”
“whom God has given to those who obey him.,And we are his witnesses of these things; and so is also the Holy Ghost, whom God hath given to them that obey him.,,,,,,,,”
“and his testimony is true. He knows that he tells the truth”
“to the day that he was received up from us”
“when the Jews sent priests and Levites from Jerusalem to ask him”
“saying”
“who came to Mary and saw what Jesus did”
“And men shall speak of the might of thy terrible acts: and I will declare thy greatness.”