John 12:9
Much people of the Jews therefore knew that he was there: and they came not for Jesus’ sake only, but that they might see Lazarus also, whom he had raised from the dead.
Cross-reference
John 12:2
Historical context
John 12:2 places Lazarus at a dinner with Jesus, providing the setting for why the crowd sought him out.
John 12:17
Historical context
John 12:17 describes eyewitnesses spreading news of Lazarus's raising, which drew the crowd in John 12:9.
John 12:18
Historical context
John 12:18 gives the general reason for the crowd—hearing of the sign; John 12:9 adds their specific interest in Lazarus.
John 11:43–45
Historical context
In John 11:43-45, Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead — this miracle directly causes the crowd here to come see Lazarus alive.
John 11:45
Parallel
John 11:45 records the initial belief of many who saw Lazarus raised; this explains the crowd's curiosity in John 12:9.