Much people of the Jews therefore knew that he was there: and they came not for Jesus’ sake only, but that they might see Lazarus also, whom he had raised from the dead.
Word got out that Jesus was in town, and a huge crowd of Jewish people showed up. But here's the thing, they weren't just coming to see Jesus. They also wanted to see Lazarus, the guy he literally brought back from the dead.
Sometimes people come for the miracle, not the miracle worker.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of John, this verse occurs in Bethany shortly after Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead, an event that had sparked immense curiosity and excitement among the Jewish people. This miracle not only demonstrated Jesus' divine authority but also increased his popularity, drawing crowds who wanted to see both him and the living proof of his power in Lazarus. It set the stage for rising tensions with religious leaders who viewed these events as a threat.
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