KJV ORIGINAL
Ye judge after the flesh; I judge no man.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
You're all about judging based on what you can see on the surface, but I'm not here to judge anyone.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Jesus doesn't judge by appearances, he sees way deeper than that.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of John, Jesus is engaged in a heated debate with the Pharisees in Jerusalem, who were challenging His authority and teachings as part of their efforts to uphold Jewish traditions under Roman occupation. These religious leaders often judged people based on strict interpretations of the Mosaic Law, focusing on external behaviors and societal norms. Jesus contrasts this human, fleshly judgment by emphasizing that His own approach is not based on such worldly standards.
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