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John 9:13

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
They brought to the Pharisees him that aforetime was blind.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

So they brought the guy who used to be blind to the Pharisees.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

When something amazing happens, people always want to bring in the authorities to figure it out.

📚 Historical Context

In the Gospel of John, chapter 9, this verse follows Jesus' miraculous healing of a man born blind, which demonstrated His divine power and authority. The people brought the healed man to the Pharisees, who were influential Jewish religious leaders known for strictly enforcing the Mosaic Law, because the healing occurred on the Sabbath, sparking controversy and investigation. This event is part of a larger narrative where Jesus' actions challenged the religious establishment and revealed their spiritual blindness.

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