John 7:3

"Now the feast of the Jews, the Feast of Booths, was at hand."

Key Reflection

This verse sets the context for the upcoming events by highlighting that the Feast of Tabernacles (Booths) was approaching, a time when Jews celebrated their deliverance from slavery in Egypt by living in temporary shelters. This festival foreshadows the spiritual freedom and shelter Christ would provide through his own sacrifice, creating a symbolic link between physical liberation and eternal salvation.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 3. His brethren. See Barnes "Mt 12:47". Thy disciples. The disciples which he had made when he was before in Judea, Joh 4:1-3. The works. The miracles. __________________________________________________________________

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