John 12:11
New International Version
for on account of him many of the Jews were going over to Jesus and believing in him.

New Living Translation
for it was because of him that many of the people had deserted them and believed in Jesus.

English Standard Version
because on account of him many of the Jews were going away and believing in Jesus.

Berean Standard Bible
for on account of him many of the Jews were deserting them and believing in Jesus.

Berean Literal Bible
because on account of him many of the Jews were going away and were believing in Jesus.

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

New King James Version
because on account of him many of the Jews went away and believed in Jesus.

New American Standard Bible
because on account of him many of the Jews were going away and were believing in Jesus.

NASB 1995
because on account of him many of the Jews were going away and were believing in Jesus.

NASB 1977
because on account of him many of the Jews were going away, and were believing in Jesus.

Legacy Standard Bible
because on account of him many of the Jews were going away and were believing in Jesus.

Amplified Bible
because on account of him many of the Jews were going away [from the teaching and traditions of the Jewish leaders] and believing in Jesus [following Him as Savior and Messiah].

Berean Annotated Bible
for on account of him many of the Jews (people of praise) were deserting them and believing (had faith) in Jesus (YHWH saves).

Christian Standard Bible
because he was the reason many of the Jews were deserting them and believing in Jesus.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
because he was the reason many of the Jews were deserting them and believing in Jesus.

American Standard Version
because that by reason of him many of the Jews went away, and believed on Jesus.

Contemporary English Version
He was the reason that many of the people were turning from them and putting their faith in Jesus.

English Revised Version
because that by reason of him many of the Jews went away, and believed on Jesus.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Lazarus was the reason why many people were leaving the Jews and believing in Jesus.

Good News Translation
because on his account many Jews were rejecting them and believing in Jesus.

International Standard Version
since he was the reason why so many of the Jews were leaving to believe in Jesus.

NET Bible
for on account of him many of the Jewish people from Jerusalem were going away and believing in Jesus.

New Heart English Bible
because on account of him many of the Jewish people went away and believed in Jesus.

Webster's Bible Translation
Because that by reason of him many of the Jews went away, and believed on Jesus.

Weymouth New Testament
for because of him many of the Jews left them and became believers in Jesus.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
for on account of him many of the Jews were deserting them and believing in Jesus.

World English Bible
because on account of him many of the Jews went away and believed in Jesus.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
because on account of him many of the Jews were going away, and were believing in Jesus.

Berean Literal Bible
because on account of him many of the Jews were going away and were believing in Jesus.

Young's Literal Translation
because on account of him many of the Jews were going away, and were believing in Jesus.

Smith's Literal Translation
Because many for him retired, and believed in Jesus.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Because many of the Jews, by reason of him, went away, and believed in Jesus.

Catholic Public Domain Version
For many of the Jews, because of him, were going away and were believing in Jesus.

New American Bible
because many of the Jews were turning away and believing in Jesus because of him.

New Revised Standard Version
since it was on account of him that many of the Jews were deserting and were believing in Jesus.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Because on his account a great many Jews were leaving and believing in Jesus.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
Because many of the Judeans were leaving because of him and believing in Yeshua.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
because on account of him many of the Jews went away, and believed on Jesus.

Godbey New Testament
because through him many of the Jews went away, and believed on Jesus.

Haweis New Testament
because on his account many of the Jews went away, and believed on Jesus.

Mace New Testament
because he was the occasion that many of the Jews left them, and believed on Jesus.

Weymouth New Testament
for because of him many of the Jews left them and became believers in Jesus.

Worrell New Testament
because, on his account, many of the Jews were going away, and were believing on Jesus.

Worsley New Testament
Because on his account many of the Jews went away from them, and believed on Jesus.

Additional Translations ...



Context
The Plot to Kill Lazarus
10So the chief priests made plans to kill Lazarus as well, 11for on account of him many of the Jews were deserting them and believing in Jesus. 12The next day the great crowd that had come to the feast heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem.…

Cross References
on account of him

John 11:45
Therefore many of the Jews who had come to Mary, and had seen what Jesus did, believed in Him.

John 2:23
While He was in Jerusalem at the Passover Feast, many people saw the signs He was doing and believed in His name.

John 7:31
Many in the crowd, however, believed in Him and said, “When the Christ comes, will He perform more signs than this man?”
many of the Jews

John 11:19
and many of the Jews had come to Martha and Mary to console them in the loss of their brother.

Acts 21:20
When they heard this, they glorified God. Then they said to Paul, “You see, brother, how many thousands of Jews have believed, and all of them are zealous for the law.

Acts 13:43
After the synagogue was dismissed, many of the Jews and devout converts to Judaism followed Paul and Barnabas, who spoke to them and urged them to continue in the grace of God.
were deserting them

John 6:66
From that time on many of His disciples turned back and no longer walked with Him.

John 9:22
His parents said this because they were afraid of the Jews. For the Jews had already determined that anyone who confessed Jesus as the Christ would be put out of the synagogue.

Acts 19:9
But when some of them stubbornly refused to believe and publicly maligned the Way, Paul took his disciples and left the synagogue to conduct daily discussions in the lecture hall of Tyrannus.
and believing in Jesus.

John 8:30
As Jesus spoke these things, many believed in Him.

John 6:69
We believe and know that You are the Holy One of God.”

Acts 16:31
They replied, “Believe in the Lord Jesus and you will be saved, you and your household.”
John 11:53
So from that day on they plotted to kill Him.

John 11:57
But the chief priests and Pharisees had given orders that anyone who knew where He was must report it, so that they could arrest Him.

John 12:18-19
That is also why the crowd went out to meet Him, because they heard that He had performed this sign. / Then the Pharisees said to one another, “You can see that this is doing you no good. Look how the whole world has gone after Him!”

John 6:2
A large crowd followed Him because they saw the signs He was performing on the sick.


Treasury of Scripture

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

John 12:18
For this cause the people also met him, for that they heard that he had done this miracle.

John 11:45,48
Then many of the Jews which came to Mary, and had seen the things which Jesus did, believed on him…

John 15:18-25
If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you…

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John 12
1. Jesus excuses Mary anointing his feet.
9. The people flock to see Lazarus.
10. The chief priests consult to kill him.
12. Jesus rides into Jerusalem.
20. Greeks desire to see Jesus.
23. He foretells his death.
37. The people are generally blinded;
42. yet many chief rulers believe, but do not confess him;
44. therefore Jesus calls earnestly for confession of faith.












for on account of him

Lazarus’s public resurrection had become undeniable evidence of Jesus’ authority over death. His presence drew attention to the sign Jesus had performed.

Jhn 11:45 Therefore many of the Jews who had come to Mary,…
Jhn 2:23 While He was in Jerusalem at the Passover Feast,…
Jhn 7:31 Many in the crowd, however, believed in Him…

many of the Jews

Many people from Judea, including those connected with Jerusalem, were hearing of Lazarus and responding to what they had seen or learned.

Jhn 11:19 and many of the Jews had come to Martha and Mary…
Act 21:20 When they heard this, they glorified God.…
Act 13:43 After the synagogue was dismissed, many of the Jews…

were deserting them

The growing response to Jesus weakened the influence of the chief priests and other leaders who opposed Him and had already determined to silence both Jesus and Lazarus.

Jhn 6:66 From that time on many of His disciples turned back…
Jhn 9:22 His parents said this because they were afraid of the Jews.…
Act 19:9 But when some of them stubbornly refused to believe…

and believing in Jesus.

Lazarus’s resurrection led many to place their faith in Jesus as the Messiah and Son of God.

Jhn 8:30 As Jesus spoke these things, many believed in Him.
Jhn 6:69 We believe and know that You are the Holy One of God.”
Act 16:31 They replied, “Believe in the Lord Jesus”…

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jesus
Central figure in the Gospel of John, the Son of God, whose ministry and miracles draw people to faith.

2. Lazarus
A man whom Jesus raised from the dead, serving as a powerful testament to Jesus' divine authority and prompting many to believe in Jesus.

3. The Jews
Refers to the Jewish people, particularly those in the vicinity of Jerusalem, who were witnessing Jesus' miracles and teachings.

4. Bethany
The village where Lazarus lived and was raised from the dead, located near Jerusalem, and a significant place in Jesus' ministry.

5. The Pharisees
A religious group often in opposition to Jesus, concerned about His growing influence and the shift in belief among the Jews.
Teaching Points
The Power of Testimony
Lazarus' resurrection serves as a powerful testimony that leads many to faith in Jesus. Our personal testimonies can also be instrumental in drawing others to Christ.

The Impact of Miracles
Miracles in the Bible often serve to authenticate Jesus' divine nature and mission. While we may not witness miracles in the same way today, God's work in our lives can still point others to Him.

Faith and Opposition
The growing belief in Jesus among the Jews also led to increased opposition from the Pharisees. As believers, we should be prepared for opposition when our faith challenges the status quo.

The Role of Witnesses
Just as the Jews who witnessed Lazarus' resurrection spread the news, we are called to be witnesses of Christ's work in our lives, sharing the Gospel with others.

Transformation through Belief
The shift in belief among the Jews illustrates the transformative power of encountering Jesus. Our lives should reflect the change that comes from knowing Him.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of John 12:11?

2. How does John 12:11 illustrate the impact of Lazarus's testimony on belief?

3. What can we learn from Lazarus about living as a witness for Christ?

4. How does John 12:11 connect with the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20?

5. In what ways can we lead others to Jesus through our transformed lives?

6. How can we ensure our actions draw others to faith, as in John 12:11?

7. Why did many Jews believe in Jesus because of Lazarus in John 12:11?

8. How does Lazarus' resurrection challenge the understanding of miracles in John 12:11?

9. What historical evidence supports the events described in John 12:11?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from John 12?


(11) Many of the Jews went away, and believed on Jesus.--Better, were going away, and believing on Jesus. The tenses mark the continuance of the secession, and the two words mark the two acts by which on the one hand they were going away from the authority of the priests and, on the other hand, were believing on Jesus. (Comp. John 12:18.)

John 12:11 shows the ripple effect of one undeniable miracle. Lazarus’ restored life led many Jews to abandon religious leaders hostile to Christ and to put their trust in Jesus Himself. The verse captures the gospel’s power: clear testimony, courageous turning from old allegiance, and wholehearted belief that brings eternal life.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
for
ὅτι (hoti)
Conjunction
Strong's 3754: Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.

on account of
δι’ (di’)
Preposition
Strong's 1223: A primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through.

him
αὐτὸν (auton)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

many
πολλοὶ (polloi)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 4183: Much, many; often.

of the
τῶν (tōn)
Article - Genitive Masculine Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

Jews
Ἰουδαίων (Ioudaiōn)
Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural
Strong's 2453: Jewish. From Iouda; Judaean, i.e. Belonging to Jehudah.

were deserting [them]
ὑπῆγον (hypēgon)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 5217: To go away, depart, begone, die. From hupo and ago; to lead under, i.e. Withdraw or retire, literally or figuratively.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

believing
ἐπίστευον (episteuon)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 4100: From pistis; to have faith, i.e. Credit; by implication, to entrust.

in
εἰς (eis)
Preposition
Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.

Jesus.
Ἰησοῦν (Iēsoun)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.


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