Jesus’ Sorrow for Jerusalem
Luke 13:31-35
One Volume
by Gary M. Burge

Some Pharisees then tell Jesus to leave Galilee or Perea (Herod’s realm) because Herod wants to kill him (cf. 23:7–12). There is not enough evidence to show whether these Pharisees were friends or foes of Jesus. Jesus, however, is not impressed with Herod’s threats. He compares Herod to a cunning fox, saying that in the days ahead he will continue to carry out his ministry (13:32). Nevertheless, Jesus will be leaving Herod’s realm and will arrive in Jerusalem, not beca…

Baker Publishing Group, The Baker Illustrated Bible Commentary, by Gary M. Burge