John 12:33
(He said this to point out the kind of death he was going to die.)
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
This he said, signifying what death he should die.
In Context
32But when I am lifted up from the earth I will attract everyone to me.”
Cross References
John 21:19Jesus said this to explain the kind of death by which he would glorify God. Then he said to Peter, “Follow me.”
Matthew Henry on John 12:28-37
The Divine Attestation to Christ; Christ's Discourse with the People. 27 Now is my soul troubled; and what shall I say? Father, save me from this hour: but for this cause came I unto this hour. 28 Father, glorify thy name. Then came there a voice from heaven, saying, I have both glorified it, and will glorify it again. 29 The people therefore, that stood by, and heard it, said that it thundered: others said, An angel spake to him. 30 Jesus answered and said, This voice came not because of me, but for your sakes.… Read the whole commentary →