Simon of Bethany gave a public banquet for Jesus and Lazarus in defiance of the Sanhedrin, with Martha serving and Mary among the onlookers, as Jesus spoke of breaking down walls of prejudice with the Father's love. [1]
Jesus beckoned to his apostles to leave the temple and go to Bethany for their evening meal, setting up camp in Gethsemane on ground belonging to Simon of Bethany. [2] Jesus said good-bye to Lazarus, Simon, and the women's corps at a meeting at Simon's home before heading to Philadelphia. [3] Jesus stayed with Simon of Bethany, the leading citizen of the village. [4] Judas deposited funds with Simon of Bethany for safekeeping. [5]
Simon of Bethany, who lived near Lazarus, hosted Jesus and John at his home in Bethany while they journeyed to Jerusalem, avoiding public teaching along the way. [6]
See also: UB 172:5.1; UB 173:0.1.