When he had said these words unto them, he abode still in Galilee.
Parallel translations
- WEB Having said these things to them, he stayed in Galilee.
- BSB Having said this, Jesus remained in Galilee.
- NKJV When He had said these things to them, He remained in Galilee.
- NASB Now having said these things to them, He stayed in Galilee.
- NLT After saying these things, Jesus remained in Galilee.
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Quick answer
After speaking to His brothers, Jesus remained in Galilee for the time being. He delays His journey to the feast on His own terms.
Overview
This brief note marks the pause before Jesus goes up to Jerusalem secretly. His staying back underscores that He acts according to the Father's timing rather than the prompting of His unbelieving brothers. The verse sets the stage for the tension and division His later arrival at the feast will provoke.
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