John 10:19

19 ¹There was again a division among the Jews because of these words.

John 10:19 Meaning and Commentary

John 10:19

There was a division therefore again among the Jews
As there had been before; see ( John 7:12 ) ( 9:16 ) .

For these sayings;
concerning his being the good shepherd, and laying down his life for the sheep, and having both a power to lay it down, and take it up again.

John 10:19 In-Context

17 For this reason the Father loves me, because I lay down my life that I may take it up again.

18 No one takes it from me, but I lay it down of my own accord. I have authority to lay it down, and I have authority to take it up again. This charge I have received from my Father. ”

19 There was again a division among the Jews because of these words.

20 Many of them said, “He has a demon, and is insane; why listen to him? ”

21 Others said, “These are not the words of one who is oppressed by a demon. Can a demon open the eyes of the blind? ”

Cross References

• 1. 10:19 ch. 7:43; 9:16