John 11:13

Bible in Basic English 1965

Jesus, however, was talking of his death: but they had the idea that he was talking about taking rest in sleep.

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He said, Make room; for the girl is not dead, but sleeping. And they were laughing at him.

And all the people were weeping and crying for her; but he said, Do not be sad, for she is not dead, but sleeping.

These things said he: and after that he said to them, Lazarus our friend is at rest; but I go so that I may make him come out of his sleep.

Then his disciples said to him, Lord, if he is resting he will get well.

Then Jesus said to them clearly, Lazarus is dead.