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Barnes' Notes on John 11:39

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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Four days - This proves that there could be no deception, for it could not have been a case of suspended animation. All these circumstances are mentioned to show that there was no imposture. Impostors do not mention minute circumstances like these. They deal in generals only. Every part of this narrative bears the marks of truth. return to 'Top of Page'
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