openly] Not before the people, which were not present, v. 34. but in plain words, without figures, as John 16:29. for at other times, and to the people, he spake darkly of that mystery. See John 2:19. and John 3:14. and John 6:51. Or, freely. and began to rebuke him] None are more indiscreet then they that are wise without Gods word.