Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
John 7:3 Cross-References
Explore 11 cross-references for John 7:3 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting John chapter 7 verse 3 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“His brethren therefore said unto him, Depart hence, and go into Judaea, that thy disciples also may see the works that thou doest.”
John 7:3 (KJV)
Commentary on John 7:3
His brethren therefore said unto him, Depart hence, and go into Judaea, that thy disciples also may see the works that thou doest. Jesus's 'brethren' (adelphoi) were likely His half-siblings through Mary (Matthew 13:55 names them: James, Joses, Simon, Judas). Their advice to 'go into Judaea' contradicts wisdom—Judea is dangerous (verse 1). They urge public display 'that thy disciples also may see' your works, revealing worldly thinking about power and fame. Their counsel shows misunderstanding of Jesus's mission and timing. The phrase 'thy disciples' may refer to broader followers beyond the T...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for John 7:3
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“behold”
“For neither did his brethren believe in him.”
“and standing outside”
“and let's kill him”
“and the house of your father”
“along with the Herodians”
“and he told it to his brothers”
“and he said”
“standing up with the eleven”
“then he also went up”