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Lazarus (of Bethany)

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Lazarus was one of the best friends of Jesus and a firmly believer is his teachings.

Father Simon, a leading resident of Bethany, had left behind a wealthy and respected family, with extensive vineyards and olive orchards, who were comforted by many visitors after his passing. 168:0.4

In June A.D. 27, Jesus and the apostles stored their personal effects at Lazarus' home in Bethany before departing Jerusalem to preach in Samaria. 143:0.1

At Jesus' 10th appearance after his resurrection, he spoke words of love and unity to his followers in Philadelphia. 191:4

David Zebedee was self-appointed defender of Lazarus, joining him in Philadelphia after the persecution following his resurrection and the establishment of the kingdom in Jerusalem. 171:1.5

David became the self-appointed defender of Lazarus, who was persecuted by Pharisees in Bethany before fleeing to Philadelphia. 171:1.5

Jesus instructed David to defend Lazarus, who fled to Philadelphia to avoid persecution. 171:1.5 172:2.4 174:0.1 178:2.2 178:3.3

Lazarus of Bethany died at 67 as treasurer of the church in Philadelphia, siding with Abner against Paul and the Jerusalem church. 168:5.3

During their first meeting with Jesus in Bethany, Lazarus and the boys were the same age, forming a lifelong friendship. 124:6.9 127:6.5

The following day, Lazarus took Jesus to explore Jerusalem, where they discovered teaching conferences at the temple that helped relieve the previous day's unpleasant memories. 125:2.5

In March, Jesus and the apostles journeyed to Jerusalem, where Lazarus of Bethany had visited them twice at the Jordan and prepared a place for them to stay in Bethany. 141:9.1

Jesus loved Lazarus with fervent affection, his desire to visit with Martha and Mary next to his own family being a significant part of his decision to go up to Jerusalem for the Passover. 125:2.7 127:6.3 167:4.2

Jesus received message about the illness of Lazarus, leading to a profound and divine plan to glorify God and exalt the Son through a stupendous outward work, despite the disciples' fears and doubts. 167:4

The resurrection of Lazarus by Jesus demonstrated his power and brought about both belief and disbelief among the people. 168

Jesus wept at the tomb of Lazarus before commanding for the stone to be rolled away, preparing for the greatest manifestation of divine power during his earthly ministry. 168:1

Martha and Mary joined Lazarus in Philadelphia after David joined them in Bethany. 190:1.9

Lazarus and his sisters, with a private tomb on their own premises, were respected and wealthy followers of Jesus in the village of Bethany. 168:0.4

The Sanhedrin decreed death for both Jesus and Lazarus, in response to their defiance and miraculous deeds. 168:5.1 (172:1.1,9) 175:3.1

Jesus formed a lifelong friendship with Lazarus of Bethany and his sisters Martha and Mary while stopping in their home on the eastern slopes of Olivet. 124:6.9

Lazarus and his sisters were summoned before the Sanhedrin, where despite clear testimony, his resurrection was attributed to the power of the prince of devils. 168:3.4

Lazarus, treasurer of the church at Philadelphia, supported Abner in his dispute with Paul, ultimately dying at the age of 67 from the same sickness that once struck him in Bethany. 168:5.3

Lazarus, a wealthy man who inherited extensive vineyards and olive orchards, was highly respected in Bethany and his family was comforted by many friends from near-by hamlets and Jerusalem. 168:0.4 172:1.7

Bible parallels

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