John 12:8
The Scripture
(8) For the poor always ye have with you; but me ye have not always.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter Jesus is betrayed by Judas and the disciples, and he declares that he is the light of the world, a title that foreshadows his death and resurrection. The passage also shows the crowd’s misunderstanding that he is a prophet, while Jesus clarifies his role and warns that his followers will be persecuted.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Deuteronomy 15:11Matthew 26:11Mark 14:7John 12:35John 8:21John 13:33John 16:5John 16:6John 16:7Song of Solomon 5:6Acts 1:9Acts 1:10
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