John 11:24

Jesus Comforts Martha and Mary · John 11:17–37
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Translations

Modern
Martha replied, “I know that he will rise again in the resurrection at the last day.”
Traditional
Martha saith unto him, I know that he shall rise again in the resurrection at the last day.
Literal
Martha says to Him, “I know that he will rise again in the resurrection in the last day.”
Latin
Dicit ei Martha: Scio quia resurget in resurrectione in novissimo die.

Interlinear

Greek
English
Martha replied, “I know that he will rise again in the resurrection at the last day.”

Notes

rise again in the resurrection at the last day: Martha misunderstood Jesus because she thought he meant the general resurrection of all dead people at the end of time (compare 11:11–13).

The resurrection of Lazarus points to the future death and resurrection of Jesus. The description of Lazarus’s tomb is similar to the description of the tomb Jesus was placed in after he died (11:38, 44; 20:1, 7). Both accounts mention a cave and burial cloths. These details connect the two events and help us see that Lazarus’s story is a sign.

Soon after Lazarus was raised, a woman anointed Jesus for burial (12:3). This act prepared him for his coming death.

Then the time for his glorification began (12:23).

Events

People

Martha: Sister of Mary and Lazarus, hosted Jesus

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Caiaphas Eternal Life Glory Heal, Healing Jesus Christ John, Gospel of Lazarus Martha Mary Miracle Mount of Olives Resurrection

Topics

Condolence: Jesus, to Mary and Martha Friendship: Mary, Martha, and Lazarus, with Jesus Jesus, the Christ: Miracles of Raising of Lazarus Jesus, the Christ: Returns to Bethany and Raises Lazarus from the Dead Miracles of Jesus, in Chronological Order: Raises Lazarus from the Dead Resurrection: General Scriptures Concerning Select Readings: The Raising of Lazarus Sorrow of Mary and Martha The Miracles of Christ: The Dead Raised to Life The Resurrection: Expected by the Jews