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Are you going there again?” <a href="/esv/john/11.htm">English Standard Version</a> The disciples said to him, “Rabbi, the Jews were just now seeking to stone you, and are you going there again?” <a href="/bsb/john/11.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> “Rabbi,” they replied, “the Jews just tried to stone You, and You are going back there?” <a href="/blb/john/11.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> The disciples say to Him, "Rabbi, just now the Jews were seeking to stone You, and You are going there again?" <a href="/kjv/john/11.htm">King James Bible</a> His disciples say unto him, Master, the Jews of late sought to stone thee; and goest thou thither again? <a href="/nkjv/john/11.htm">New King James Version</a> The disciples said to Him, “Rabbi, lately the Jews sought to stone You, and are You going there again?” <a href="/nasb_/john/11.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> The disciples said to Him, “Rabbi, the Jews were just now seeking to stone You, and yet You are going there again?” <a href="/nasb/john/11.htm">NASB 1995</a> The disciples said to Him, &#8220Rabbi, the Jews were just now seeking to stone You, and are You going there again?&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/john/11.htm">NASB 1977 </a> The disciples said to Him, “Rabbi, the Jews were just now seeking to stone You, and are You going there again?” <a href="/lsb/john/11.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> The disciples said to Him, “Rabbi, the Jews were just now seeking to stone You, and are You going there again?” <a href="/amp/john/11.htm">Amplified Bible</a> The disciples said to Him, “Rabbi (Teacher), the Jews were only recently going to stone You, and You are [thinking of] going back there again?” <a href="/csb/john/11.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> “Rabbi,” the disciples told him, “just now the Jews tried to stone you, and you’re going there again? ” <a href="/hcsb/john/11.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Rabbi,&#8221 the disciples told Him, &#8220just now the Jews tried to stone You, and You&#8217re going there again?&#8221 <a href="/asv/john/11.htm">American Standard Version</a> The disciples say unto him, Rabbi, the Jews were but now seeking to stone thee; and goest thou thither again? <a href="/cev/john/11.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> "Teacher," they said, "the people there want to stone you to death! Why do you want to go back?" <a href="/erv/john/11.htm">English Revised Version</a> The disciples say unto him, Rabbi, the Jews were but now seeking to stone thee; and goest thou thither again? <a href="/gwt/john/11.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> The disciples said to him, "Rabbi, not long ago the Jews wanted to stone you to death. Do you really want to go back there?" <a href="/gnt/john/11.htm">Good News Translation</a> "Teacher," the disciples answered, "just a short time ago the people there wanted to stone you; and are you planning to go back?" <a href="/isv/john/11.htm">International Standard Version</a> The disciples told him, "Rabbi, the Jewish leaders were just now trying to stone you to death, and you are going back there again?" <a href="/msb/john/11.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> ?Rabbi,? they replied, ?the Jews just tried to stone You, and You are going back there?? <a href="/net/john/11.htm">NET Bible</a> The disciples replied, "Rabbi, the Jewish leaders were just now trying to stone you to death! Are you going there again?" <a href="/nheb/john/11.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> The disciples told him, "Rabbi, the Jewish leaders were just trying to stone you, and are you going there again?" <a href="/wbt/john/11.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> His disciples say to him, Master, the Jews of late sought to stone thee; and goest thou thither again? <a href="/wey/john/11.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> "Rabbi," exclaimed the disciples, "the Jews have just been trying to stone you, and do you think of going back there again?" <a href="/web/john/11.htm">World English Bible</a> The disciples asked him, “Rabbi, the Jews were just trying to stone you. Are you going there again?” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/john/11.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> the disciples say to Him, “Rabbi, the Jews were just seeking to stone You, and again You go there?” <a href="/blb/john/11.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> The disciples say to Him, "Rabbi, just now the Jews were seeking to stone You, and You are going there again?" <a href="/ylt/john/11.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> the disciples say to him, 'Rabbi, now were the Jews seeking to stone thee, and again thou dost go thither!' <a href="/slt/john/11.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> The disciples say to him, Rabbi, now the Jews sought to stone thee; and retirest thou there again?<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/john/11.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> The disciples say to him: Rabbi, the Jews but now sought to stone thee: and goest thou thither again? <a href="/cpdv/john/11.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> The disciples said to him: “Rabbi, the Jews are even now seeking to stone you. And would you go there again?” <a href="/nabre/john/11.htm">New American Bible</a> The disciples said to him, “Rabbi, the Jews were just trying to stone you, and you want to go back there?” <a href="/nrsvce/john/11.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> The disciples said to him, “Rabbi, the Jews were just now trying to stone you, and are you going there again?”<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/john/11.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> His disciples said to him, Teacher, not long ago the Jews wanted to stone you, and yet are you going there again? <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/john/11.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> His disciples were saying to him, “Our Rabbi, the Judeans had been just now seeking to stone you, and are you going there again?”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/john/11.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> His disciples said to him: Rabbi, the Jews just now sought to stone thee, and art thou going thither again? <a href="/godbey/john/11.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> The disciples said to Him, Master, the Jews were but now seeking to stone thee; dost thou go hither again? <a href="/haweis/john/11.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> The disciples say unto him, Rabbi, the Jews have just now sought to stone thee; and art thou going thither again? <a href="/mace/john/11.htm">Mace New Testament</a> upon which his disciples said, master, it is not long since the Jews attempted to stone you; and are you for going thither again? <a href="/wey/john/11.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> "Rabbi," exclaimed the disciples, "the Jews have just been trying to stone you, and do you think of going back there again?" <a href="/worrell/john/11.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> The disciples say to Him, "Rabbi, the Jews were just now seeking to stone Thee; and art Thou going there again?" <a href="/worsley/john/11.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> The disciples say unto Him, Master, the Jews very lately attempted to stone thee, and art thou going thither again? <a href="/parallel/john/11-8.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ixy2bchmXZ0?start=3910" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/john/11.htm">The Death of Lazarus</a> …7and then He said to the disciples, “Let us go back to Judea.” 8<a href="/greek/4461.htm" title="4461: Rhabbi (N-VMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; my master, i.e Rabbi, as an official title of honor.">“Rabbi,”</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hoi (Art-NMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3101.htm" title="3101: mathētai (N-NMP) -- A learner, disciple, pupil. From manthano; a learner, i.e. Pupil.">they</a> <a href="/greek/3004.htm" title="3004: Legousin (V-PIA-3P) -- (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. ">replied,</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autō (PPro-DM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons."></a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hoi (Art-NMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">“the</a> <a href="/greek/2453.htm" title="2453: Ioudaioi (Adj-NMP) -- Jewish. From Iouda; Judaean, i.e. Belonging to Jehudah.">Jews</a> <a href="/greek/3568.htm" title="3568: nyn (Adv) -- A primary particle of present time; now; also as noun or adjective present or immediate.">just</a> <a href="/greek/2212.htm" title="2212: ezētoun (V-IIA-3P) -- To seek, search for, desire, require, demand. Of uncertain affinity; to seek; specially, to worship, or to plot.">tried</a> <a href="/greek/3034.htm" title="3034: lithasai (V-ANA) -- To stone, pelt with stones. From lithos; to lapidate.">to stone</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: se (PPro-A2S) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">You,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/5217.htm" title="5217: hypageis (V-PIA-2S) -- To go away, depart, begone, die. From hupo and ago; to lead under, i.e. Withdraw or retire, literally or figuratively.">You are going</a> <a href="/greek/3825.htm" title="3825: palin (Adv) -- Probably from the same as pale; anew, i.e. back, once more, or furthermore or on the other hand.">back</a> <a href="/greek/1563.htm" title="1563: ekei (Adv) -- (a) there, yonder, in that place, (b) thither, there. Of uncertain affinity; there; by extension, thither.">there?”</a> 9Jesus answered, “Are there not twelve hours of daylight? If anyone walks in the daytime, he will not stumble, because he sees by the light of this world.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/john/10-31.htm">John 10:31-33</a> At this, the Jews again picked up stones to stone Him. / But Jesus responded, “I have shown you many good works from the Father. For which of these do you stone Me?” / “We are not stoning You for any good work,” said the Jews, “but for blasphemy, because You, who are a man, make Yourself out to be God.” <a href="/john/7-1.htm">John 7:1</a> After this, Jesus traveled throughout Galilee. He did not want to travel in Judea, because the Jews there were trying to kill Him. <a href="/john/8-59.htm">John 8:59</a> At this, they picked up stones to throw at Him. But Jesus was hidden and went out of the temple area. <a href="/john/7-19.htm">John 7:19</a> Has not Moses given you the law? Yet not one of you keeps it. Why are you trying to kill Me?” <a href="/john/7-25.htm">John 7:25</a> Then some of the people of Jerusalem began to say, “Isn’t this the man they are trying to kill? <a href="/matthew/26-4.htm">Matthew 26:4</a> and they conspired to arrest Jesus covertly and kill Him. <a href="/mark/3-6.htm">Mark 3:6</a> At this, the Pharisees went out and began plotting with the Herodians how they might kill Jesus. <a href="/luke/13-31.htm">Luke 13:31</a> At that very hour, some Pharisees came to Jesus and told Him, “Leave this place and get away, because Herod wants to kill You.” <a href="/acts/9-23.htm">Acts 9:23</a> After many days had passed, the Jews conspired to kill him, <a href="/acts/14-5.htm">Acts 14:5</a> But when the Gentiles and Jews, together with their rulers, set out to mistreat and stone them, <a href="/acts/23-12.htm">Acts 23:12</a> When daylight came, the Jews formed a conspiracy and bound themselves with an oath not to eat or drink until they had killed Paul. <a href="/1_samuel/23-19.htm">1 Samuel 23:19-23</a> Then the Ziphites came up to Saul at Gibeah and said, “Is not David hiding among us in the strongholds at Horesh, on the hill of Hachilah south of Jeshimon? / Now, O king, come down whenever your soul desires, and we will be responsible for delivering him into your hand.” / “May you be blessed by the LORD,” replied Saul, “for you have had compassion on me. ... <a href="/1_kings/19-2.htm">1 Kings 19:2</a> So Jezebel sent a messenger to Elijah, saying, “May the gods deal with me, and ever so severely, if by this time tomorrow I have not made your life like the lives of those you killed!” <a href="/jeremiah/11-19.htm">Jeremiah 11:19</a> For I was like a gentle lamb led to slaughter; I did not know that they had plotted against me: “Let us destroy the tree with its fruit; let us cut him off from the land of the living, that his name may be remembered no more.” <a href="/jeremiah/26-8.htm">Jeremiah 26:8</a> and as soon as he had finished telling all the people everything the LORD had commanded him to say, the priests and prophets and all the people seized him, shouting, “You must surely die!</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>His disciples say to him, Master, the Jews of late sought to stone you; and go you thither again?the Jews.<a href="/john/10-31.htm">John 10:31,39</a> Then the Jews took up stones again to stone him… <a href="/psalms/11-1.htm">Psalm 11:1-3</a> To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. In the LORD put I my trust: how say ye to my soul, Flee as a bird to your mountain? … <a href="/matthew/16-21.htm">Matthew 16:21-23</a> From that time forth began Jesus to shew unto his disciples, how that he must go unto Jerusalem, and suffer many things of the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and be raised again the third day… and goest.<a href="/acts/20-24.htm">Acts 20:24</a> But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/luke/10-13.htm">Ago</a> <a href="/luke/19-47.htm">Attempting</a> <a href="/john/11-7.htm">Disciples</a> <a href="/john/8-52.htm">Exclaimed</a> <a href="/luke/12-58.htm">Goest</a> <a href="/john/10-33.htm">Jews</a> <a href="/mark/11-11.htm">Late</a> <a href="/john/11-3.htm">Master</a> <a href="/john/9-2.htm">Rabbi</a> <a href="/john/10-39.htm">Seeking</a> <a href="/john/7-33.htm">Short</a> <a href="/john/10-39.htm">Sought</a> <a href="/john/10-33.htm">Stone</a> <a href="/john/8-53.htm">Think</a> <a href="/john/7-36.htm">Thither</a> <a href="/john/10-39.htm">Tried</a> <a href="/john/8-6.htm">Trying</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/acts/1-16.htm">Ago</a> <a href="/acts/5-28.htm">Attempting</a> <a href="/john/11-12.htm">Disciples</a> <a href="/john/11-32.htm">Exclaimed</a> <a href="/john/13-36.htm">Goest</a> <a href="/john/11-19.htm">Jews</a> <a href="/acts/27-9.htm">Late</a> <a href="/john/11-12.htm">Master</a> <a href="/john/11-28.htm">Rabbi</a> <a href="/john/11-56.htm">Seeking</a> <a href="/acts/5-34.htm">Short</a> <a href="/john/11-56.htm">Sought</a> <a href="/john/11-38.htm">Stone</a> <a href="/john/11-56.htm">Think</a> <a href="/john/18-2.htm">Thither</a> <a href="/acts/9-21.htm">Tried</a> <a href="/acts/5-28.htm">Trying</a><div class="vheading2">John 11</div>1. <a href="/john/11-1.htm">Jesus raises Lazarus, four days buried.</a> 45. <a href="/john/11-45.htm">Many Jews believe.</a> 47. <a href="/john/11-47.htm">The high priests and Pharisees gather a council against Jesus.</a> 49. <a href="/john/11-49.htm">Caiaphas prophesies.</a> 54. <a href="/john/11-54.htm">Jesus hides himself.</a> 55. <a href="/john/11-55.htm">At the Passover they enquire after him, and lay wait for him.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/john/11.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/john/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/john/11.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>"Rabbi," they replied The term "Rabbi" is a respectful title meaning "teacher" or "master," indicating the disciples' recognition of Jesus' authority and role as their spiritual leader. This title reflects the Jewish tradition of discipleship, where students would follow a rabbi to learn from his teachings and way of life. In the Gospels, Jesus is often addressed as "Rabbi" by His followers, highlighting His role as a teacher of divine truth."the Jews just tried to stone You" This phrase refers to a previous incident where Jewish leaders attempted to stone Jesus for what they perceived as blasphemy, particularly in <a href="/john/10-31.htm">John 10:31-33</a>, where Jesus claimed unity with the Father. Stoning was a prescribed punishment for blasphemy under Jewish law (<a href="/leviticus/24-16.htm">Leviticus 24:16</a>). The hostility of the Jewish leaders towards Jesus is a recurring theme in the Gospels, as they often opposed His teachings and miracles, which challenged their authority and interpretation of the Law."and You are going back there?" The disciples express concern and disbelief at Jesus' intention to return to Judea, where His life was previously threatened. This reflects their fear for His safety and possibly their own, as well as a lack of understanding of Jesus' mission and divine purpose. Jesus' decision to return demonstrates His courage and commitment to fulfilling His Father's will, regardless of personal danger. This moment foreshadows His ultimate sacrifice on the cross, where He willingly faces death for the salvation of humanity.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus (Rabbi)</a> The central figure in this passage, referred to as "Rabbi" by His disciples, indicating His role as a teacher and leader. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_disciples.htm">The Disciples</a> Followers of Jesus who express concern for His safety, highlighting their human fear and misunderstanding of Jesus' mission. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_jews.htm">The Jews</a> Refers to the religious leaders and others in Judea who were hostile to Jesus, having previously attempted to stone Him. 4. <a href="/topical/b/bethany.htm">Bethany</a> The village where Lazarus, Mary, and Martha lived, and where Jesus intended to go, despite the danger. 5. <a href="/topical/j/judea.htm">Judea</a> The region where Bethany is located, and where Jesus faced significant opposition from the Jewish leaders.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/c/courage_in_the_face_of_danger.htm">Courage in the Face of Danger</a> Jesus exemplifies courage and commitment to His mission, even when facing threats. Believers are called to trust God and pursue His will, despite potential risks. <a href="/topical/u/understanding_god's_timing.htm">Understanding God's Timing</a> The disciples' fear contrasts with Jesus' understanding of God's perfect timing. We must learn to trust God's plan, even when it seems risky or illogical. <a href="/topical/f/faith_over_fear.htm">Faith Over Fear</a> The disciples' reaction is rooted in fear, but Jesus demonstrates faith. Christians are encouraged to replace fear with faith, trusting in God's protection and purpose. <a href="/topical/t/the_cost_of_discipleship.htm">The Cost of Discipleship</a> Following Jesus may involve facing opposition and danger. Believers should be prepared to endure hardship for the sake of the Gospel. <a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_obedience.htm">The Importance of Obedience</a> Jesus' decision to return to Judea underscores the importance of obedience to God's call, regardless of personal safety or comfort.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_john_11.htm">Top 10 Lessons from John 11</a> <a href="/q/what's_the_universal_church_of_god.htm">What is the timeline of Paul's life events?</a> <a href="/q/key_events_in_jesus'_trials.htm">What were the key events in Jesus' trials?</a> <a href="/q/why_is_john_7_53-8_11_missing_early.htm">John 7:53-8:11: Why is this passage missing in the earliest manuscripts, and how does that affect its authenticity?</a> <a href="/q/how_do_proverbs_7_and_john_8_1-11_compare.htm">How does Proverbs 7's cautionary message align or conflict with the theme of grace and redemption found in John 8:1-11?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/john/11.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(8) Master, the Jews of late sought to stone thee.--Better, Rabbi, the Jews were just now seeking to stone Thee. (Comp. Notes on <a href="/john/1-39.htm" title="He said to them, Come and see. They came and saw where he dwelled, and stayed with him that day: for it was about the tenth hour.">John 1:39</a>; <a href="/john/10-31.htm" title="Then the Jews took up stones again to stone him.">John 10:31</a>.) They think of the danger to Him, and are not without thought of the danger to themselves (<a href="/john/11-16.htm" title="Then said Thomas, which is called Didymus, to his fellow disciples, Let us also go, that we may die with him.">John 11:16</a>). It shows that the hatred of the Jews had now made it unsafe for our Lord and His disciples to be within their reach. The impression we derive from this verse is that the retirement into Gaulonitis had been of no long duration, when the message from Bethany came to interrupt it.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/john/11.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 8. - The Aramaic word "Rabbi" is frequently used by John, as the term of respect applied to both the Baptist and our Lord. The extraordinary dignity which the Jews accorded to their rabbis may throw some light upon the honorific title when yielded or conceded to Christ. The disciples say unto him, Rabbi, the Jews were but now seeking to stone thee; and goest thou thither again? The νῦν ἐξήτουν imply the continuous process of their antagonism only just now arrested by a timely flight. Here in Peraea Jesus found appreciative listeners. The disciples are more in fear for their Master than for themselves. The residence beyond Jordan had been brief, and they are amazed that the Lord will so soon put himself in the power of that seething and hostile crowd. How different this language from that of his own brothers (<a href="/john/7-3.htm">John 7:3-5</a>)! <a href="/commentaries/john/11-8.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>“Rabbi,” Ῥαββί (Rhabbi) Noun - Vocative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4461.htm">Strong's 4461: </a> Of Hebrew origin; my master, i.e Rabbi, as an official title of honor. [they] μαθηταί (mathētai) Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3101.htm">Strong's 3101: </a> A learner, disciple, pupil. From manthano; a learner, i.e. Pupil. replied, Λέγουσιν (Legousin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3004.htm">Strong's 3004: </a> (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. “the οἱ (hoi) Article - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. Jews Ἰουδαῖοι (Ioudaioi) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2453.htm">Strong's 2453: </a> Jewish. From Iouda; Judaean, i.e. Belonging to Jehudah. just νῦν (nyn) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3568.htm">Strong's 3568: </a> A primary particle of present time; 'now'; also as noun or adjective present or immediate. tried ἐζήτουν (ezētoun) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2212.htm">Strong's 2212: </a> To seek, search for, desire, require, demand. Of uncertain affinity; to seek; specially, to worship, or to plot. to stone λιθάσαι (lithasai) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_3034.htm">Strong's 3034: </a> To stone, pelt with stones. From lithos; to lapidate. You, σε (se) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 2nd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. You are going ὑπάγεις (hypageis) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 2nd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5217.htm">Strong's 5217: </a> To go away, depart, begone, die. From hupo and ago; to lead under, i.e. Withdraw or retire, literally or figuratively. back πάλιν (palin) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3825.htm">Strong's 3825: </a> Probably from the same as pale; anew, i.e. back, once more, or furthermore or on the other hand. there?” ἐκεῖ (ekei) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_1563.htm">Strong's 1563: </a> (a) there, yonder, in that place, (b) thither, there. 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