John 12:11

Because that by reason of him many of the Jews went away, and believed on Jesus.

Cross-references

John 12:18 Parallel

John 12:18 explains the crowd welcomed Jesus because they heard of Lazarus' resurrection — the same miracle that caused belief in John 12:11.

John 11:45 Parallel

John 11:45 records many Jews believing after seeing Lazarus raised — the exact event summarized in John 12:11 as the reason for belief.

John 11:48 Parallel

John 11:48 shows the chief priests' fear that Jesus' signs cause belief — John 12:11 confirms that fear is coming true because of Lazarus.

John 15:18-25 teaches the world hates believers because it hates Jesus — the plot against Lazarus exemplifies this hatred.

Genesis 37:20 records Joseph's brothers plotting to kill him out of jealousy — a clear parallel to the chief priests plotting to kill Lazarus for causing belief.

Matthew 28:12 shows the chief priests bribing soldiers to cover up the resurrection — similar to their plot here to kill Lazarus to suppress belief.

Luke 16:31 Contrast

Luke 16:31 says even a resurrection won't convince the hardened—contrasting the many who believed because of Lazarus here.

Acts 9:42 Parallel

Acts 9:42 records another resurrection miracle that caused many to believe—mirroring the effect of Lazarus' raising here.

Acts 13:45 Parallel

Acts 13:45 shows Jewish leaders filled with jealousy when many believe — a parallel to the chief priests' plot here due to belief in Jesus.