John 11:53
John 11:53 in Multiple Translations
So from that day on they plotted to kill Him.
Then from that day forth they took counsel together for to put him to death.
So from that day forth they took counsel that they might put him to death.
And from that day they took thought together how to put him to death.
From that time on they made plans as to how they might kill Jesus.
Then from that day foorth they consulted together, to put him to death.
From that day, therefore, they took counsel together that they may kill him;
So from that day forward they took counsel that they might put him to death.
Then from that day forth they took counsel together to put him to death.
From that day therefore they devised to put him to death.
So from that day the Jewish leaders started to make plans how they could kill Jesus.
From that day, the Jewish leaders talked to each other, saying, “How are we going to kill Jesus?”
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Study Notes — John 11:53
- Context
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- John 11:53 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on John 11:53
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on John 11:53
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on John 11:53
- Trapp's Commentary on John 11:53
- Ellicott's Commentary on John 11:53
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on John 11:53
- Cambridge Bible on John 11:53
- Barnes' Notes on John 11:53
- Whedon's Commentary on John 11:53
- Sermons on John 11:53
Context — The Plot to Kill Jesus
53So from that day on they plotted to kill Him.
54As a result, Jesus no longer went about publicly among the Jews, but He withdrew to a town called Ephraim in an area near the wilderness. And He stayed there with the disciples. 55Now the Jewish Passover was near, and many people went up from the country to Jerusalem to purify themselves before the Passover.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Acts 5:33 | When the Council members heard this, they were enraged, and they resolved to put the apostles to death. |
| 2 | Acts 9:23 | After many days had passed, the Jews conspired to kill him, |
| 3 | Mark 14:1 | Now the Passover and the Feast of Unleavened Bread were two days away, and the chief priests and scribes were looking for a covert way to arrest Jesus and kill Him. |
| 4 | Mark 3:6 | At this, the Pharisees went out and began plotting with the Herodians how they might kill Jesus. |
| 5 | Nehemiah 13:21 | but I warned them, “Why are you camping in front of the wall? If you do it again, I will lay hands on you.” From that time on, they did not return on the Sabbath. |
| 6 | Jeremiah 38:4 | Then the officials said to the king, “This man ought to die, for he is discouraging the warriors who remain in this city, as well as all the people, by speaking such words to them; this man is not seeking the well-being of these people, but their ruin.” |
| 7 | Psalms 2:2 | The kings of the earth take their stand and the rulers gather together, against the LORD and against His Anointed One: |
| 8 | Psalms 71:10 | For my enemies speak against me, and those who lie in wait for my life conspire, |
| 9 | Matthew 16:21 | From that time on Jesus began to show His disciples that He must go to Jerusalem and suffer many things at the hands of the elders, chief priests, and scribes, and that He must be killed and on the third day be raised to life. |
| 10 | John 12:10 | So the chief priests made plans to kill Lazarus as well, |
John 11:53 Summary
[This verse means that the leaders were so opposed to Jesus that they wanted to kill Him, just like it says in John 11:53. They didn't understand that Jesus' death was part of God's plan to save humanity, as stated in John 3:16. Jesus knew about the plot and took steps to avoid it, as seen in John 11:54, but He still trusted in God's sovereignty. We can learn from this that God is always in control, even when things seem difficult or uncertain, as seen in Psalm 23:4.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the leaders plot to kill Jesus after Caiaphas' prophecy?
The leaders plotted to kill Jesus because they did not understand the true meaning of Caiaphas' prophecy, which was that Jesus would die for the nation, as stated in John 11:51, and they saw Jesus as a threat to their power and authority, similar to the Pharisees' reaction in Matthew 27:18.
What was the significance of the leaders' plot to kill Jesus?
The plot to kill Jesus was significant because it marked a turning point in the events leading up to Jesus' crucifixion, as prophesied in John 11:51, and it showed the depths of the leaders' opposition to Jesus, as seen in John 5:18.
How did Jesus respond to the plot against Him?
Jesus responded to the plot against Him by withdrawing from public ministry and going to a town called Ephraim, as stated in John 11:54, which shows that Jesus was aware of the danger and was taking steps to avoid it, similar to His actions in John 7:1.
What can we learn from the leaders' plot to kill Jesus?
We can learn from the leaders' plot to kill Jesus that opposition to God's plan can be intense, but God is always in control, as seen in Psalm 2:1-4, and that Jesus' death was part of God's plan to save humanity, as stated in John 3:16.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I may be opposing God's plan in my life, and how can I surrender to His will?
- How can I, like Jesus, respond to opposition and danger with faith and trust in God's sovereignty?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's plan, even when it seems uncertain or difficult?
- How can I, like Caiaphas, be used by God to prophesy and bring glory to Him, even if it is unintentional?
Gill's Exposition on John 11:53
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on John 11:53
Matthew Poole's Commentary on John 11:53
Trapp's Commentary on John 11:53
Ellicott's Commentary on John 11:53
Adam Clarke's Commentary on John 11:53
Cambridge Bible on John 11:53
Barnes' Notes on John 11:53
Whedon's Commentary on John 11:53
Sermons on John 11:53
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My Personal Wilderness by Andrew Strom | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being watchful for the moment when God's promises will be fulfilled. They encourage listeners not to lose hope or give up i |
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The Heavenly Vision Part 3 by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that heavenly vision is not just something to see, but something to live. It is a calling from God that requires a response and action. The |
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Two Men Chiefs of Sinners Manasseh and Saul by Svend Christensen | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Saul, who later became the apostle Paul. Saul was initially a persecutor of Christians, but he had a life-changing encounter wit |
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A Beautiful Thing by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of true worship and the dangers of turning it into a ritual. He emphasizes that being in the presence of God is essential for |
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From Insignificance to Fame by Arno Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of a woman who gave and did all she could for God. The preacher emphasizes the importance of responding to God's call and testing |
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In Love With Jesus by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of giving as an expression of love. He uses the example of buying books for his grandson to illustrate that love always gives |
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Extravagant Devotion by C.J. Mahaney | In this sermon, the preacher addresses the challenge of using superlatives effectively and genuinely in a culture that has trivialized profound words. He acknowledges that words li |






