John 11:5 meaning and explanation

Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus.

John 11:5, Berean Standard Bible

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John has just told us the sisters sent word that Lazarus, the one Jesus loves, is sick. Verse 5 pauses the story to say plainly that Jesus loved Martha, her sister and Lazarus.

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