John 13:37
“Peter said unto him, Lord, why cannot I follow thee now? I will lay down my life for thy sake.”
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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Peter said unto him,.... Not understanding Christ's answer, and being dissatisfied with it, inquires:
Lord, why cannot…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Why cannot I follow thee now? - Peter probably thought that our Lord intended to go some long journey, which would…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714John 13:36-38
In these verses we have,
I. Peter's curiosity, and the check given to that.
1. Peter's question was bold and blunt (Joh…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
I will lay down my life St Peter seems to see that Christ's going away means death. With his usual impulsiveness (see on…
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