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John 4:11

John 4:11
The woman saith unto him, Sir, thou hast nothing to draw with, and the well is deep: from whence then hast thou that living water?

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

The woman saith unto him, Sir,.... Which was an usual, way in those countries, of addressing men, and especially…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Hast nothing to draw with - It seems that there were no means of drawing water affixed to the well, as with us. Probably…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

Thou hast nothing to draw with - Ουτε αντλημα εχεις, Thou hast no bucket. Good water is not plentiful in the east; and…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714John 4:4-26

We have here an account of the good Christ did in Samaria, when he passed through that country in his way to Galilee.…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

Sir A decided change from the pert -How is it?" in Joh 4:4. His words and manner already begin to impress her.

the well…

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