KJV ORIGINAL
And as Jesus passed by, he saw a man which was blind from his birth.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
As Jesus was walking along, he noticed a man who had been blind since the day he was born.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Jesus sees everyone, even the people others might overlook.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of John, this verse introduces a miracle story set during Jesus' ministry in Jerusalem, where he frequently encountered opposition from religious leaders. At that time, Jewish culture often viewed physical disabilities like blindness from birth as evidence of sin, either in the individual or their family, which influenced how people treated those affected. This narrative builds toward Jesus demonstrating his divine authority and challenging such misconceptions.
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