John 7:12 meaning and explanation

Many in the crowds were whispering about Him. Some said, “He is a good man.” But others replied, “No, He deceives the people.”

John 7:12, Berean Standard Bible

Explanation preview

During the Feast of Tabernacles in Jerusalem, Jesus has come quietly, and the crowds are divided over him. Verse 12 captures the whispered debate: some call him good, a plain verdict on his character, while others say he deceives the people, the Greek planao, meaning to lead astray.

Read and study this verse. Three complete study layers are included with Premium.

Read this verse in the app