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John Gill
And Simon Peter followed Jesus,.... It is certain, he first fled with the rest, and forsook him, as they all did, notwithstanding his resolution to abide by him; however, he was very desirous to know what would become of Jesus, and what would be the issue of things; with this view he followed him, and not to deny him; though that was the consequence. Other evangelists say he followed him afar...
Matthew Henry
Hitherto this evangelist has recorded little of the history of Christ, only so far as was requisite to introduce his discourses; but now that the time drew nigh that Jesus must die he is very particular in relating the circumstances of his sufferings, and some which the others had omitted, especially his sayings. So far were his followers from being ashamed of his cross, or endeavouring to...
Charles H. Spurgeon
And Simon Peter followed Jesus, and so did another disciple: Here is John’s usual modesty, he will not mention his own name, but simply speaks of “another disciple.”
Charles H. Spurgeon
That disciple was known unto the high priest, and went in with Jesus into the palace of the high priest. But Peter stood at the door without. John boldly followed Jesus, and so was safe, Peter stood at a distance from his Lord, and so was in danger.
Charles H. Spurgeon
And Simon Peter followed Jesus, and so did another disciple: That is John, of course; he never mentions his own name if he can help it.
Charles H. Spurgeon
That disciple was known unto the high priest, and went in with Jesus into the palace of the high priest. But Peter stood at the door without. Then went out that other disciple, which was known unto the high priest, and spake unto her that kept the door, and brought in Peter. I always fancy that John had a greater tenderness for Peter because he was the means of getting him into the palace of the...