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John 12:5

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Why was not this ointment sold for three hundred pence, and given to the poor?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

Why didn't we sell this perfume for a year's wages and give that money to people who actually need it?

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Sometimes the most 'practical' question misses the bigger picture completely.

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