John 9:18 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

But the Jews did not believe concerning him, that he had been blind, and received his sight, until they called the parents of him that had received his sight.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

The religious leaders weren't buying it — they refused to believe this guy had actually been blind and could now see. So they called his parents to get the real story.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Sometimes people will question even the most obvious miracles when it doesn't fit their narrative.

📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?

The Gospel of John, traditionally attributed to John, son of Zebedee, was likely written for a diverse Christian audience in the late first century CE

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