Wesley's Explanatory Notes on John 12:3

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John Wesley (1703–1791) · 18th-century historical commentary
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Then Mary, taking a pound of ointment - There were two persons who poured ointment on Christ. One toward the beginning of his ministry, at or near Nain, Luk 7:37, &c. The other six days before his last passover, at Bethany; the account of whom is given here, as well as by St. Matthew and Mark. John 12:7

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