John 12:21

The same came therefore to Philip, which was of Bethsaida of Galilee, and desired him, saying, Sir, we would see Jesus.

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Other Translations for John 12:21

BSB

They came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee, and requested of him, "Sir, we want to see Jesus."

AKJV

The same came therefore to Philip, which was of Bethsaida of Galilee, and desired him, saying, Sir, we would see Jesus.

CPDV

Therefore, these approached Philip, who was from Bethsaida of Galilee, and they petitioned him, saying: "Sir, we want to see Jesus."

ERV

these therefore came to Philip, which was of Bethsaida of Galilee, and asked him, saying, Sir, we would see Jesus.

NHEB

These, therefore, came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida of Galilee, and asked him, saying, "Sir, we want to see Jesus."

SMT

These then came to Philip, him of Bethsaida of Galilee, and asked him, saying, Lord, we wish to see Jesus.

Word Study (Strong’s) for John 12:21

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Commentary for John 12:21

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of John 12:21

Summary

Foreign seekers request audience with spiritual teacher

Place

Jerusalem

Event

Greeks request to see Jesus

Estimated Time Period

c. 30 AD