KJV ORIGINAL
I receive not honour from men.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
I don't need people's approval or praise.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Jesus didn't chase clout, he had something way bigger than human validation.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of John, chapter 5, Jesus is in Jerusalem during a Jewish festival and has just healed a man at the pool of Bethesda on the Sabbath, which provoked opposition from the Jewish leaders. He is defending his authority by emphasizing that his mission comes directly from God the Father, not from human sources. This statement underscores Jesus' focus on divine validation amid growing conflict with religious authorities.
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