KJV ORIGINAL
He that hath ears to hear, let him hear.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
If you've got ears, then actually listen up.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Jesus is saying 'this is important, don't just hear me, really listen.'
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus is speaking to crowds and his disciples about the ministry of John the Baptist, who was prophesied as the forerunner to the Messiah, emphasizing the arrival of the kingdom of heaven. This verse serves as a call for spiritual attentiveness, a phrase Jesus used repeatedly to urge listeners to grasp the deeper meaning of his teachings rather than just hearing them superficially. It draws from Old Testament prophetic language, where such expressions highlighted the need for responsive faith in God's messages.
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