He had made up His mind that He would meet with opposition at every point, and that while a faithful few would stand by Him, the leaders of the people would certainly resist and destroy Him.
"The Expositor's Bible: The Gospel of St. John, Vol. I"
Marcus Dods
Their leaders have seen this.
"The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. II (of II)"
Charles James Lever
Their old leaders, only bent upon the political, have forgotten the social struggle, and thus the masses are left without guidance or direction.
"The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. II (of II)"
Charles James Lever