John 7:2

Now the Jews feast called the feast of tabernacles was near;

1770 John Worsley NT

In The King James Version

Now the Jews’ feast of tabernacles was at hand.

In Context

1After these things Jesus resided in Galilee: for He would not appear in Judea, because the Jews sought to kill Him.

3his brethren therefore said, Depart from hence, and go into Judea, that thy disciples there also may see the works which thou performest.

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Matthew Henry on John 7:2-14

Christ's Discourse with His Brethren; The Rumours Respecting Christ. 1 After these things Jesus walked in Galilee: for he would not walk in Jewry, because the Jews sought to kill him. 2 Now the Jews' feast of tabernacles was at hand. 3 His brethren therefore said unto him, Depart hence, and go into Judæa, that thy disciples also may see the works that thou doest. 4 For there is no man that doeth any thing in secret, and he himself seeketh to be known openly. If thou do these things, show thyself to the world. 5… Read the whole commentary →

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