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John 12:18 Cross-References
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“For this cause the people also met him, for that they heard that he had done this miracle.”
John 12:18 (KJV)
Commentary on John 12:18
The crowds met Jesus because they heard of the Lazarus miracle. The Greek construction emphasizes causality—the miracle caused the crowd's response. This demonstrates signs' evangelistic purpose: authenticating Jesus' divine mission and drawing people to Him. However, miracle-motivated crowds prove fickle (6:26)—they seek spectacle, not salvation. The miracle's fame spreads but doesn't guarantee genuine conversion. This warns against equating popularity with authentic spiritual movement. True disciples follow for who Jesus is, not merely what He does.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
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