When Jesus realized that the Pharisees were aware He was gaining and baptizing more disciples than John
Parallel translations
- WEB Therefore when the Lord knew that the Pharisees had heard that Jesus was making and baptizing more disciples than John
- KJV When therefore the LORD knew how the Pharisees had heard that Jesus made and baptized more disciples than John,
- NKJV Therefore, when the Lord knew that the Pharisees had heard that Jesus made and baptized more disciples than John
- NASB So then, when the Lord knew that the Pharisees had heard that He was making and baptizing more disciples than John
- NLT Jesus knew the Pharisees had heard that he was baptizing and making more disciples than John
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Jesus became aware that the Pharisees had heard he was making and baptizing more disciples than John. Growing attention from the authorities prompts his departure from Judea.
Overview
The note about the Pharisees' interest signals rising tension that shapes Jesus' movements. His leaving avoids premature conflict, since his 'hour' had not yet come. The setting prepares for the journey through Samaria and the encounter at Jacob's well.
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- John 3:26So John’s disciples came to him and said, “Look, Rabbi, the One who was with you beyond the Jordan, the One you testified about—He is baptizing, and everyone is going to Him.”
- John 3:22After this, Jesus and His disciples went into the Judean countryside, where He spent some time with them and baptized.
- 2 Cor 4:5For we do not proclaim ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, and ourselves as your servants for Jesus’ sake.
- 1 Cor 2:8None of the rulers of this age understood it. For if they had, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory.
- Acts 10:36He has sent this message to the people of Israel, proclaiming the gospel of peace through Jesus Christ, who is Lord of all.
- 1 Cor 15:47The first man was of the dust of the earth, the second man from heaven.
- Luke 1:76And you, child, will be called a prophet of the Most High; for you will go on before the Lord to prepare the way for Him,
- Jas 2:1My brothers, as you hold out your faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ, do not show favoritism.
- Rev 19:16And He has a name written on His robe and on His thigh: KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS.
- Luke 2:11Today in the city of David a Savior has been born to you. He is Christ the Lord!
- Luke 19:31If anyone asks, ‘Why are you untying it?’ tell him, ‘The Lord needs it.’”
- Luke 19:34“The Lord needs it,” they answered.
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