Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
John 12:19 Cross-References
Explore 12 cross-references for John 12:19 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting John chapter 12 verse 19 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The Pharisees therefore said among themselves, Perceive ye how ye prevail nothing ? behold, the world is gone after him.”
John 12:19 (KJV)
Commentary on John 12:19
The Pharisees despair: 'the world is gone after him,' revealing their loss of control. Their hyperbolic 'world' expresses frustration, yet prophetically anticipates Gentile inclusion in Christ's church. What they speak in frustration, God speaks in promise. Their statement ironically fulfills divine purpose—Jesus came precisely so the world might believe (3:16). Their perception of failure marks God's success. This demonstrates how opponents unwittingly prophesy truth while attempting to oppose it. The phrase previews the Great Commission's worldwide scope.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for John 12:19
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“they dragged Jason and certain brothers{The word for brothers here and where the context allows may be also correctly translated brothers and sisters or siblings.} before the rulers of the city”
“All the ends of the world shall remember and turn unto the LORD: and all the kindreds of the nations shall worship before thee.”
“What shall we do to these men? Because indeed a notable miracle has been done through them, as can be plainly seen by all who dwell in Jerusalem, and we can't deny it.,Saying, What shall we do to these men? for that indeed a notable miracle hath been done by them is manifest to all them that dwell in Jerusalem; and we cannot deny it.,,,,,,,,”
“propitiating”
“and said to him”
“Father”
“they set them before the council. The high priest questioned them”
“Jacob will take root. Israel will blossom and bud. They will fill the surface of the world with fruit.”
“and said”
“but the chief priests and the scribes and the leading men among the people sought to destroy him.”