The raising of Lazarus has often been portrayed in artwork. A common theme is confusion and anguish. Unfortunately, this theme also leads to pieces of artwork which are difficult to view. Here's an etching by Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione, made between 1645 and 1650, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The dimensions are approximately 9x12 inches. Though it's dark and confused, we can see the fear of Mary and Martha, confronted with viewing their dead brother again, the glory of God shining through Jesus, providing the source of light for the scene, and we can see the surprise of the onlookers and even of Lazarus himself!
Notice in the Bible we refer to the following:
Book - John (there are many different "books" in the one book of the Bible),
Chapter - Normally found as a big numeric heading. John has 21 chapters,
Verse - a segment usually about a sentence long.
The chapter and verse markings were added to the text as a handy index about 800 years ago. They are the same in virtually every different translation.
Here's a link to John chapter 11. You can also compare the text in several different languages and translations.
If you want a copy of John's Gospel in print, we're happy to meet you around the Mizzou campus and put one into your hand!
1. The Bible considers death as our final enemy. Nobody can escape it. How does John show Jesus dealing with death?
2. What is the role of the people who come to the home of Lazarus' family after he has dead? In what way could this action be helpful to others? What customs do you know of surrounding a death?
3. Describe Jesus' reaction to Lazarus' death. Can you describe your reaction to the death of a close friend or a family member?
4. What response does John expect us to have when we learn about Jesus' ability to raise the dead? What is your response?
Be sure to ask your questions and share your ideas in the comments for this post!
Book - John (there are many different "books" in the one book of the Bible),
Chapter - Normally found as a big numeric heading. John has 21 chapters,
Verse - a segment usually about a sentence long.
The chapter and verse markings were added to the text as a handy index about 800 years ago. They are the same in virtually every different translation.
Here's a link to John chapter 11. You can also compare the text in several different languages and translations.
If you want a copy of John's Gospel in print, we're happy to meet you around the Mizzou campus and put one into your hand!
1. The Bible considers death as our final enemy. Nobody can escape it. How does John show Jesus dealing with death?
2. What is the role of the people who come to the home of Lazarus' family after he has dead? In what way could this action be helpful to others? What customs do you know of surrounding a death?
3. Describe Jesus' reaction to Lazarus' death. Can you describe your reaction to the death of a close friend or a family member?
4. What response does John expect us to have when we learn about Jesus' ability to raise the dead? What is your response?
Be sure to ask your questions and share your ideas in the comments for this post!
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