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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Then said his disciples, Lord, if he sleep,.... Soundly, quietly, and comfortably, and takes rest in it:
he shall do…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
If the sleep, he shall do well - Sleep was regarded by the Jews, in sickness, as a favorable symptom; hence it was said…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
If he sleep, he shall do well - That is, if he sleep only, etc. Though the word sleep frequently meant death, (see Act…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714John 11:1-16
We have in these verses,
I. A particular account of the parties principally concerned in this story, Joh 11:1, Joh 11:2.…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
Then said his disciples Better, Therefore said the disciples to Him. They catch at any chance of escape from the dreaded…