KJV ORIGINAL
Jesus answered and said unto her, Whosoever drinketh of this water shall thirst again:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Jesus answered her, 'Anyone who drinks this water is going to get thirsty again.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Physical things can only satisfy you for so long.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of John, Jesus is traveling through Samaria and stops at Jacob's well, where he meets a Samaritan woman drawing water during a routine daily task. This encounter highlights the cultural divide between Jews and Samaritans, who were historically estranged due to differing religious practices and worship locations. Jesus uses the physical water from the well as a metaphor to transition into a discussion about spiritual needs and eternal satisfaction.
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