therefore. See John 3:22.
the Lord. App-98. B.C. For the occurances of this absolute title in John, see John 6:23; John 11:2; John 20:20. and Compare John 20:2; John 20:13; John 20:18; John 20:25; John 21:7.
knew. came to know. Greek ginosko. App-132. See note on John 1:10. Compare John 2:24.
Pharisees. App-120. (John never refers to the Sadducees by name).
Jesus. App-98.
made, &c.. is making and baptizing.
baptized. App-115.