12. The disciples answered, Lord, if he is sleeping, he will recover.
13. However, Jesus had spoken of his death, but they thought that He referred to falling into a refreshing and natural sleep.
14. So then Jesus told them plainly, Lazarus is dead,
15. And for your sake I am glad that I was not there; it will help you to believe (to trust and rely on Me). However, let us go to him.