KJV ORIGINAL
And the ruler of the synagogue answered with indignation, because that Jesus had healed on the sabbath day, and said unto the people, There are six days in which men ought to work: in them therefore come and be healed, and not on the sabbath day.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The synagogue leader was absolutely fuming because Jesus had healed someone on the Sabbath. He turned to the crowd and said, 'Look, there are six other days of the week when people are supposed to work. Come get healed on those days, not on the Sabbath.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Some people get so caught up in religious rules that they miss the whole point of showing love and mercy.
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