ACC ~ John 11 v57

PLOTTERS NEVER KNOW WHERE JESUS IS

ORIGEN Observe how it has been testified that he has withdrawn, that we too might know to do such at the proper time. And notice indeed that neither the chief priests nor the Pharisees knew where he was, and because they did not know, they gave commands that if anyone should know where he was, he should reveal it to them and they would seize him. But you will say in addition that anyone who plots against Jesus does not know where he is. This is why they give commands that are other than those of God, “teaching as doctrines the commandments of men.” [1] COMMENTARY ON THE GOSPEL OF JOHN 28.244-46. [2]

[1] Mt 15:9.

[2] FC 89:341*; SC 385:174-76.

LET US SHOW THE JEWS WHERE CHRIST IS

AUGUSTINE Let us at least for our part show the Jews where Christ is. If only the descendants of those who demanded to be shown where Christ was would listen! Let them come to the church and hear where Christ is and take hold of him for themselves. Let them hear it from us. Let them hear it from the gospel. TRACTATES ON THE GOSPEL OF JOHN 50.4. [1]

[1] NPNF 1 7:279**.