John 12:8

Overview - John 12
Jesus excuses Mary anointing his feet.
The people flock to see Lazarus.
10 The chief priests consult to kill him.
12 Christ rides into Jerusalem.
20 Greeks desire to see Jesus.
23 He foretells his death.
37 The Jews are generally blinded;
42 yet many chief rulers believe, but do not confess him;
44 therefore Jesus calls earnestly for confession of faith.
Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

John 12:8  (King James Version)
For the poor always ye have with you; but me ye have not always.
 


the poor
Deuteronomy 15:11 ; Matthew 26:11 ; Mark 14:7

but
35 ; 8:21 13:33 16:5-7 Solomon 5:6 ; Acts 1:9-11