John 11:33 Meaning
When Jesus therefore saw her weeping, and the Jews also weeping which came with her, he groaned in the spirit, and was troubled,
Context Explained
31The Jews then which were with her in the house, and comforted her, when they saw Mary, that she rose up hastily and went out, followed her, saying, She goeth unto the grave to weep there.
32Then when Mary was come where Jesus was, and saw him, she fell down at his feet, saying unto him, Lord, if thou hadst been here, my brother had not died.
33When Jesus therefore saw her weeping, and the Jews also weeping which came with her, he groaned in the spirit, and was troubled,
34And said, Where have ye laid him? They said unto him, Lord, come and see.
35Jesus wept.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Romans 12:15
This verse encourages believers to weep with those who weep, similar to Jesus' response to grief.
Matthew 5:4
This verse states that those who mourn are blessed, aligning with the theme of Jesus' compassion.
Hebrews 4:15
This verse explains that Jesus can empathize with our weaknesses, as seen in His reaction to mourning.
Source: John 11:33