John 11:13

13 Howbeit Jesus spake of his death: but they thought that he had spoken of taking of rest in sleep.

John 11:13 Meaning and Commentary

John 11:13

Howbeit Jesus spake of his death
Under the figurative phrase of sleeping:

but they thought that he had spoken of taking of rest in sleep;
in a literal and natural sense.

John 11:13 In-Context

11 These things said he: and after that he saith unto them, Our friend Lazarus sleepeth ; but I go , that I may awake him out of sleep .

12 Then said his disciples, Lord, if he sleep , he shall do well .

13 Howbeit Jesus spake of his death: but they thought that he had spoken of taking of rest in sleep.

14 Then said Jesus unto them plainly, Lazarus is dead .

15 And I am glad for your sakes that I was not there, to the intent ye may believe ; nevertheless let us go unto him.