John 11:50 meaning and explanation
You do not realize that it is better for you that one man die for the people than that the whole nation perish.”
John 11:50, Berean Standard Bible
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Caiaphas, the high priest that year, speaks to the gathered Sanhedrin, the ruling council, as they weigh what to do about Jesus after He raised Lazarus. The council fears that a popular movement around Jesus will provoke Rome to crush the nation and take away their temple and standing.
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