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John 18:23

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Jesus answered him, If I have spoken evil, bear witness of the evil: but if well, why smitest thou me?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

Jesus shot back, 'If I said something wrong, then tell me what it was. But if I was speaking truth, why are you hitting me?'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Jesus wasn't backing down — he called out injustice even while being mistreated.

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