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- Chapter 21
- Verse 19
John 21:19
“This spake he, signifying by what death he should glorify God. And when he had spoken this, he saith unto him, Follow me.”
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Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
This spake he,.... These are the words of the evangelist, explaining the meaning of Christ in like manner, as in Joh…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
By what death ... - In these words two things are implied: 1.That Peter would die a violent death; and, 2.That his death…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Should glorify God - Ancient writers state that, about thirty-four years after this, Peter was crucified; and that he…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714John 21:15-19
We have here Christ's discourse with Peter after dinner, so much of it as relates to himself, in which,
I. He examines…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
This spake he Now this He spake.
signifying by what death Signifying by what manner of death. This comment is quite in…
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