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John 16:5

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

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KJV ORIGINAL

But now I go my way to him that sent me; and none of you asketh me, Whither goest thou?

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

But now I'm heading back to the one who sent me, and none of you are even asking me where I'm going.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Jesus is leaving and his friends are too caught up in their feelings to ask the important questions.

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