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John 2:4

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial

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KJV ORIGINAL

Jesus saith unto her, Woman, what have I to do with thee? mine hour is not yet come.

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

Jesus said to her, 'Mom, why are you bringing this to me right now? It's not my time yet.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Even Jesus had to navigate family expectations and divine timing.

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