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Matthew · Chapter 9

Matthew 9:5

For which is easier, to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven;’ or to say, ‘Get up, and walk’?

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Before · Matthew 9:3–4

3Behold, some of the scribes said to themselves, “This man blasphemes.” 4Jesus, knowing their thoughts, said, “Why do you think evil in your hearts?

5For which is easier, to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven;’ or to say, ‘Get up, and walk’?

After · Matthew 9:6–7

6But that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins—” (then he said to the paralytic), “Get up, and take up your mat, and go to your house.” 7He arose and departed to his house.

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