John 12:33

And this He said signifying by what death He was about to die;

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In The King James Version

This he said, signifying what death he should die.

In Context

32and I, if I may be lifted up from the earth, will draw all men to Myself.”

34the multitude answered Him, “We heard that the Christ remains out of the Law—throughout the age; and how do You say that it is required that the Son of Man be lifted up? Who is this—the Son of Man?”

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Cross References

John 21:19and this He said, signifying by what death he will glorify God; and having said this, He says to him, “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 →

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