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Mary

This was the same woman as in 37:01, not the mother of Jesus.

fell at the feet of Jesus

This could mean ‘knelt down at Jesus’ feet’ as a sign of respect. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-symaction)

if only you had been here, my brother would not have died

Mary is stating a hypothetical situation—what could have happened if Jesus had not waited for Lazarus to die before he came. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hypo)

my brother would not have died

This could mean ‘you could have kept my brother from dying’ or ‘you could have prevented my brother’s death’ or ‘my brother would still be alive.’