John 11:7

7 Then, after that, He said to the disciples, "Let us return to Judaea."

John 11:7 Meaning and Commentary

John 11:7

Then after that
The next day, the third day after he had heard of Lazarus's sickness:

saith he to [his] disciples, let us go into Judea again;
for the country beyond Jordan was distinguished from Judea; (See Gill on Matthew 4:25).

John 11:7 In-Context

5 Now Jesus loved Martha, and her sister, and Lazarus.

6 When, however, He heard that Lazarus was ill, He still remained two days in that same place.

7 Then, after that, He said to the disciples, "Let us return to Judaea."

8 "Rabbi," exclaimed the disciples, "the Jews have just been trying to stone you, and do you think of going back there again?"

9 "Are there not twelve hours in the day?" replied Jesus. "If any one walks in the daytime, he does not stumble--because he sees the light of this world.