Commentary on the Gospel of John, Book 4 · Cyril of Alexandria

009 - Chapter 5 part 2 Jn 79-15

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Christ goes up to the feast in secret, revealing his divine strategy to teach salvation, not feast with the Jews.
This episode continues the commentary on the Gospel of John, focusing on John 7:9-15, where Christ secretly goes to the feast in Jerusalem. It explores theological themes such as Christ's relationship with Jews and Gentiles, the Jews' rejection of him, and his divine wisdom in teaching salvation. The analysis draws on biblical references to critique Jewish leadership and highlight the call to faith.

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A measured defense of Christ that pairs close reading with a stern warning about fear and false judgment.

The chapter presents Jesus as someone to be tested by inquiry and by the works that bear witness to him, not by rumor. The speaker starts with a call to prove all things, then builds a defense of Christ as good and not a deceiver, with Scripture widening the case and a warning…

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For a close reading of why fear cannot silence honest judgment.

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