John 11:18

about, &c.. as it were from (Greek. apo. App-104.)

fifteen furlongs, i.e. 11 miles.

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¹⁸ Now Bethany was nigh unto Jerusalem, abouta fifteen furlongs off:

Related Commentaries of John 11:18

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Arthur Peake's Commentary on the Bible

Calvin's Commentary on the Bible

Clarke's commentary and critical notes on the Bible

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Hawker's Poor Man's Commentary

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