KJV ORIGINAL
Now when the Pharisee which had bidden him saw it, he spake within himself, saying, This man, if he were a prophet, would have known who and what manner of woman this is that toucheth him: for she is a sinner.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
When the Pharisee who invited Jesus saw what was happening, he thought to himself, 'If this guy was really a prophet, he'd know exactly who this woman is and what she's done. She's got a reputation.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The religious leader was judging both Jesus and the woman based on appearances and assumptions.
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