What does John 7:13 mean?

John 7:13 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply John 7:13 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Howbeit no man spake openly of him for fear of the Jews.

11Then the Jews sought him at the feast, and said, Where is he?

12And there was much murmuring among the people concerning him: for some said, He is a good man: others said, Nay; but he deceiveth the people.

13Howbeit no man spake openly of him for fear of the Jews.

14Now about the midst of the feast Jesus went up into the temple, and taught.

15And the Jews marvelled, saying, How knoweth this man letters, having never learned?

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