John 11:13KJV

Protestant Bible · KJV · Verse 13 of 57

"Howbeit Jesus spake of his death: but they thought that he had spoken of taking of rest in sleep."
— John 11:13

In context

11These things said he: and after that he saith unto them, Our friend Lazarus sleepeth; but I go, that I may awake him out of sleep.

12Then said his disciples, Lord, if he sleep, he shall do well.

13Howbeit Jesus spake of his death: but they thought that he had spoken of taking of rest in sleep.

14Then said Jesus unto them plainly, Lazarus is dead.

15And I am glad for your sakes that I was not there, to the intent ye may believe; nevertheless let us go unto him.