John 11:55 Now the Passover of the Jews was near, and many went up to Jerusalem out of the country before the Passover to purify themselves.
John lets us know the historical context surrounding the Passover celebration. Jerusalem’s population swelled with committed worshippers preparing for Passover. John implied that Jesus was expected to show up and that He would be easy to find. But Jesus didn’t need to purify Himself. He was perfectly pure. He was the Spotless Passover lamb. Remember the first Passover in Egypt? A lamb was slain so the death angel would pass over the home of the Hebrews. All who believe in Jesus will never die. His blood was shed that we might live to love with Him. Hallelujah!
