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John 12:7 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for John 12:7 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting John chapter 12 verse 7 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Then said Jesus, Let her alone: against the day of my burying hath she kept this.”
John 12:7 (KJV)
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Commentary on John 12:7
Jesus defends Mary: 'Let her alone,' indicating opposition to her (probably from Judas but possibly others). The phrase 'against the day of my burying hath she kept this' suggests she saved the ointment for His burial. Jesus recognizes her act as prophetic preparation for His death. Whether Mary consciously understood or acted on spiritual intuition, Jesus affirms her worship. His statement 'ye have the poor always' doesn't diminish concern for poverty but establishes worship's priority. The unique opportunity to honor the Incarnate Son transcends social obligation.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for John 12:7
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“she did it to prepare me for burial.”
“Leave her alone. Why do you trouble her? She has done a good work for me.,And Jesus said, Let her alone; why trouble ye her? she hath wrought a good work on me.,,,,,,,,”
“a rich man from Arimathaea”
“knowing this”
“a man named Joseph”
“Yahweh rebuke you, Satan! Yes, Yahweh who has chosen Jerusalem rebuke you! Isn't this a burning stick plucked out of the fire?”
“to save him from those who judge his soul.”
“Joseph of Arimathaea”
“because it was the Preparation Day”