Also while JOHN was at the cross there was but one apostle and 4 WOMEN. Thus the significance of women and why WAS JOHN there? .

When he first appeared from the tomb he did so to a woman who had been a sinner. Why a woman. Why a sinner?

And here's what many miss.. MANY.. HE SPOKE THE TRUTH.. could have ducked and dodged as most do but didn't. Even when he knew it would result in his being sentenced to be killed by crucifiction.

Additionally when he spoke the truth or things many did not understand he upset many. He didn't pull his punches nor did he take the time to explain many of the things that confused not just the masses but those very close. HE WAS NOT PC. Look to what he said to Peter and made Peter cry. Look at what he said to the mother of James re who could take his place. Heck look to what he SAID TO HIS MOTHER!

And lest we forget what the crowd did! WHY many were manipulated. MANY had agendas