John 11:46
New International Version
But some of them went to the Pharisees and told them what Jesus had done.

New Living Translation
But some went to the Pharisees and told them what Jesus had done.

English Standard Version
but some of them went to the Pharisees and told them what Jesus had done.

Berean Standard Bible
But some of them went to the Pharisees and told them what Jesus had done.

Berean Literal Bible
But some of them went to the Pharisees and told them what Jesus had done.

King James Bible
But some of them went their ways to the Pharisees, and told them what things Jesus had done.

New King James Version
But some of them went away to the Pharisees and told them the things Jesus did.

New American Standard Bible
But some of them went to the Pharisees and told them the things which Jesus had done.

NASB 1995
But some of them went to the Pharisees and told them the things which Jesus had done.

NASB 1977
But some of them went away to the Pharisees, and told them the things which Jesus had done.

Legacy Standard Bible
But some of them went to the Pharisees and told them the things which Jesus had done.

Amplified Bible
But some of them went back to the Pharisees and told them what Jesus had done.

Christian Standard Bible
But some of them went to the Pharisees and told them what Jesus had done.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
But some of them went to the Pharisees and told them what Jesus had done.

American Standard Version
But some of them went away to the Pharisees, and told them the things which Jesus had done.

Contemporary English Version
Others went to the Pharisees and told what Jesus had done.

English Revised Version
But some of them went away to the Pharisees, and told them the things which Jesus had done.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
But some of them went to the Pharisees and told them what Jesus had done.

Good News Translation
But some of them returned to the Pharisees and told them what Jesus had done.

International Standard Version
Some of them, however, went to the Pharisees and told them what Jesus had done.

Majority Standard Bible
But some of them went to the Pharisees and told them what Jesus had done.

NET Bible
But some of them went to the Pharisees and reported to them what Jesus had done.

New Heart English Bible
But some of them went away to the Pharisees, and told them the things which Jesus had done.

Webster's Bible Translation
But some of them went to the Pharisees, and told them what things Jesus had done.

Weymouth New Testament
though some of them went off to the Pharisees and told them what He had done.

World English Bible
But some of them went away to the Pharisees and told them the things which Jesus had done.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
but certain of them went away to the Pharisees, and told them what Jesus did;

Berean Literal Bible
But some of them went to the Pharisees and told them what Jesus had done.

Young's Literal Translation
but certain of them went away unto the Pharisees, and told them what Jesus did;

Smith's Literal Translation
But certain of them departed to the Pharisees, and said to them what Jesus did.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
But some of them went to the Pharisees, and told them the things that Jesus had done.

Catholic Public Domain Version
But certain ones among them went to the Pharisees and told them the things that Jesus had done.

New American Bible
But some of them went to the Pharisees and told them what Jesus had done.

New Revised Standard Version
But some of them went to the Pharisees and told them what he had done.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And some of them went to the Pharisees, and told them everything Jesus had done.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And some of them went to the Pharisees, and they told them the thing which Yeshua did.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
But some of them went away to the Pharisees, and told them what Jesus had done.

Godbey New Testament
but certain ones of them went away to the Pharisees, and told them the things which Jesus did.

Haweis New Testament
But some of them went to the Pharisees, and told them what things Jesus had done.

Mace New Testament
But some of them went to the Pharisees, and told them what Jesus had done.

Weymouth New Testament
though some of them went off to the Pharisees and told them what He had done.

Worrell New Testament
but some of them went away to the Pharisees, and told them what Jesus did.

Worsley New Testament
But some of them went to the pharisees and told them what Jesus had done.

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Context
The Plot to Kill Jesus
45Therefore many of the Jews who had come to Mary, and had seen what Jesus did, believed in Him. 46But some of them went to the Pharisees and told them what Jesus had done. 47Then the chief priests and Pharisees convened the Sanhedrin and said, “What are we to do? This man is performing many signs.…

Cross References
John 12:10-11
So the chief priests made plans to kill Lazarus as well, / for on account of him many of the Jews were deserting them and believing in Jesus.

John 7:45-52
Then the officers returned to the chief priests and Pharisees, who asked them, “Why didn’t you bring Him in?” / “Never has anyone spoken like this man!” the officers answered. / “Have you also been deceived?” replied the Pharisees. ...

John 9:22
His parents said this because they were afraid of the Jews. For the Jews had already determined that anyone who confessed Jesus as the Christ would be put out of the synagogue.

John 5:16-18
Now because Jesus was doing these things on the Sabbath, the Jews began to persecute Him. / But Jesus answered them, “To this very day My Father is at His work, and I too am working.” / Because of this, the Jews tried all the harder to kill Him. Not only was He breaking the Sabbath, but He was even calling God His own Father, making Himself equal with God.

John 10:31-33
At this, the Jews again picked up stones to stone Him. / But Jesus responded, “I have shown you many good works from the Father. For which of these do you stone Me?” / “We are not stoning You for any good work,” said the Jews, “but for blasphemy, because You, who are a man, make Yourself out to be God.”

John 8:59
At this, they picked up stones to throw at Him. But Jesus was hidden and went out of the temple area.

John 7:1
After this, Jesus traveled throughout Galilee. He did not want to travel in Judea, because the Jews there were trying to kill Him.

John 15:18-25
If the world hates you, understand that it hated Me first. / If you were of the world, it would love you as its own. Instead, the world hates you, because you are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. / Remember the word that I spoke to you: ‘No servant is greater than his master.’ If they persecuted Me, they will persecute you as well; if they kept My word, they will keep yours as well. ...

Matthew 12:14
But the Pharisees went out and plotted how they might kill Jesus.

Mark 3:6
At this, the Pharisees went out and began plotting with the Herodians how they might kill Jesus.

Luke 6:11
But the scribes and Pharisees were filled with rage and began to discuss with one another what they might do to Jesus.

Acts 4:1-3
While Peter and John were speaking to the people, the priests and the captain of the temple guard and the Sadducees came up to them, / greatly disturbed that they were teaching the people and proclaiming in Jesus the resurrection of the dead. / They seized Peter and John, and because it was evening, they put them in custody until the next day.

Acts 5:17-18
Then the high priest and all his associates, who belonged to the party of the Sadducees, were filled with jealousy. They went out / and arrested the apostles and put them in the public jail.

Acts 9:23
After many days had passed, the Jews conspired to kill him,

Acts 23:12-15
When daylight came, the Jews formed a conspiracy and bound themselves with an oath not to eat or drink until they had killed Paul. / More than forty of them were involved in this plot. / They went to the chief priests and elders and said, “We have bound ourselves with a solemn oath not to eat anything until we have killed Paul. ...


Treasury of Scripture

But some of them went their ways to the Pharisees, and told them what things Jesus had done.

John 5:15,16
The man departed, and told the Jews that it was Jesus, which had made him whole…

John 9:13
They brought to the Pharisees him that aforetime was blind.

John 12:37
But though he had done so many miracles before them, yet they believed not on him:

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1. Jesus raises Lazarus, four days buried.
45. Many Jews believe.
47. The high priests and Pharisees gather a council against Jesus.
49. Caiaphas prophesies.
54. Jesus hides himself.
55. At the Passover they enquire after him, and lay wait for him.














But some of them
This phrase refers to a subset of the people who witnessed the miraculous event of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead. The crowd present included Jews who had come to comfort Mary and Martha. The division among the witnesses highlights the varied responses to Jesus' miracles, a recurring theme in the Gospels. This division is reminiscent of the parable of the sower, where the seed (the word of God) falls on different types of soil, representing different responses to Jesus' message.

went to the Pharisees
The Pharisees were a prominent religious group in Judea known for their strict adherence to the Law and traditions. They held significant influence over the Jewish people and were often in opposition to Jesus due to His teachings and actions, which they perceived as threats to their authority and interpretations of the Law. The act of going to the Pharisees indicates a deliberate choice to report Jesus' actions to those who were already hostile towards Him, suggesting a motive of opposition or concern over the implications of His miracles.

and told them what Jesus had done
The miracle of raising Lazarus was a significant demonstration of Jesus' divine authority and power over life and death, which was a direct challenge to the religious leaders' understanding of God and the Messiah. By informing the Pharisees, the witnesses were escalating the situation, leading to increased tension and plotting against Jesus. This act of reporting can be seen as fulfilling the prophecy of the suffering servant, as it sets in motion the events leading to Jesus' crucifixion. The miracle itself is a type of Christ's own resurrection, foreshadowing His victory over death and His role as the resurrection and the life.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jesus
Central figure in the Gospel of John, performing miracles and teaching about the Kingdom of God. In this context, He has just raised Lazarus from the dead.

2. Pharisees
A religious group in Judaism known for strict adherence to the Law and traditions. They often opposed Jesus and His teachings.

3. Lazarus
A man from Bethany whom Jesus raised from the dead, demonstrating His power over life and death.

4. Bethany
A village near Jerusalem where Lazarus and his sisters, Mary and Martha, lived. It is the setting for the miracle of Lazarus's resurrection.

5. Witnesses
Those who observed the miracle of Lazarus being raised from the dead. Some believed in Jesus, while others reported to the Pharisees.
Teaching Points
The Power of Testimony
Witnessing Jesus' works can lead to belief or opposition. Our response to His miracles and teachings reveals our heart's condition.

Opposition to Truth
The Pharisees' reaction shows that truth can be threatening to those in power. Believers should be prepared for resistance when standing for truth.

The Role of Fear and Control
The Pharisees' fear of losing control led them to oppose Jesus. Reflect on areas where fear might hinder your faith or witness.

Faith vs. Skepticism
The differing responses to Jesus' miracle highlight the choice between faith and skepticism. Consider how you respond to God's work in your life.

The Cost of Discipleship
Following Jesus may lead to conflict with societal or religious norms. Evaluate your willingness to stand firm in your faith despite opposition.(46) But some of them went their ways to the Pharisees--i.e., necessarily, some of those who had been with Mary, and had seen the things which Jesus did, and had believed. But why did they then go and tell the Pharisees? It is contrary to their position as believers to think that they did this as informers against Jesus. What they have seen has carried conviction to their own minds, and they report it to the Pharisees, either as a proof that He really was the Messiah, or in any case to demand from them a judgment on the facts which they report.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
But
δὲ (de)
Conjunction
Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc.

some
τινὲς (tines)
Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 5100: Any one, some one, a certain one or thing. An enclitic indefinite pronoun; some or any person or object.

of
ἐξ (ex)
Preposition
Strong's 1537: From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out.

them
αὐτῶν (autōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

went
ἀπῆλθον (apēlthon)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 565: From apo and erchomai; to go off, aside or behind, literally or figuratively.

to
πρὸς (pros)
Preposition
Strong's 4314: To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward.

the
τοὺς (tous)
Article - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

Pharisees
Φαρισαίους (Pharisaious)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 5330: Of Hebrew origin; a separatist, i.e. Exclusively religious; a Pharisean, i.e. Jewish sectary.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

told
εἶπαν (eipan)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 2036: Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say.

them
αὐτοῖς (autois)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

what
(ha)
Personal / Relative Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Plural
Strong's 3739: Who, which, what, that.

Jesus
Ἰησοῦς (Iēsous)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.

had done.
ἐποίησεν (epoiēsen)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 4160: (a) I make, manufacture, construct, (b) I do, act, cause. Apparently a prolonged form of an obsolete primary; to make or do.


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