His brethren therefore said unto him, Depart hence, and go into Judaea, that thy disciples also may see the works that thou doest.
So his brothers were like, 'Why are you still here? Go to Judea where your followers can actually see all the amazing things you're doing.'
Even Jesus had family members giving him unsolicited career advice.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of John, Jesus was in Galilee during a time of increasing opposition from religious leaders in Judea, and this verse occurs as his brothers urge him to attend the Feast of Tabernacles. They suggest he go publicly to display his miracles so his disciples could see them, likely because they themselves did not yet believe in him and may have been challenging or mocking his ministry. This reflects the cultural dynamics of Jewish festivals, where such gatherings were opportunities for teaching and confrontation.
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