John 11:12

The Passion Translation

When they heard this, the disciples replied, “Lord, if he has just fallen asleep, then he’ll get better.”

Cross References

Matthew 9:24

He told them, “You must leave, for the little girl is not dead; she’s only asleep.” Then everyone began to ridicule him.

John 11:11

Then Jesus added, “Lazarus, our friend, has just fallen asleep. It’s time that I go and awaken him.”

John 11:13

Jesus was speaking about Lazarus’ death, but the disciples presumed he was talking about natural sleep.