John 11:8
His disciples say unto him, Master, the Jews of late sought to stone thee; and goest thou thither again?
Cross-references
John 11:5 reveals Jesus' love for Lazarus's family as the reason he risks going to Bethany, answering the disciples' concern.
In John 11:16, Thomas responds to the same threat with willingness to die with Jesus, contrasting the initial caution of the other disciples.
John 11:56 shows the crowd wondering if Jesus will avoid the feast due to the threat, tying to the disciples' concern about going near Jerusalem.
John 10:31 records the actual stoning attempt that the disciples refer to, explaining their fear and concern.
John 8:59 records the stoning attempt the disciples recall—the Jews picking up stones, which Jesus avoided. This is the event they reference.
John 10:39 adds another attempt to arrest Jesus, reinforcing the danger in Judea that the disciples mention.
In Acts 20:24, Paul echoes Jesus' disregard for personal safety, not counting his life precious when facing danger to fulfill his mission.
Acts 21:12 shows believers urging Paul not to go to Jerusalem due to danger, paralleling the disciples' warning to Jesus in Judea.
Mark 10:32 shows Jesus leading the way to Jerusalem with disciples amazed and afraid, mirroring the disciples' concern for Jesus' safety here.
In Luke 13:32, Jesus responds to a death threat with determination to finish his course, similar to his resolve here despite stoning danger.