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Be lifted up (ὑψωθῶ)
See on Joh 3:14. The primary reference is to the cross, but there is included a reference to the resurrection and ascension. Bengel says: “In the very cross there was already something tending towards glory.” Wyc., enhanced.
From the earth (ἐκ τῆς γῆς)
Literally, out of the earth.
Will draw (ἑλκύσω)
See on Joh 6:44.
All men (πάντας)
Some high authorities read πάντα, all things.
Unto Me (πρὸς ἐμαυτόν)
Rev., rightly, unto myself: in contrast with the prince of this world.