21 Then the scribes and the Pharisees(A) began to think to themselves, “Who is this man who speaks blasphemies? Who can forgive sins but God alone?” (B)

22 But perceiving their thoughts, Jesus replied to them, “Why are you thinking this in your hearts?[a] 23 Which is easier: to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or to say, ‘Get up and walk’?

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  1. 5:22 Or minds

21 The Pharisees and the teachers of the law began thinking to themselves, “Who is this fellow who speaks blasphemy? Who can forgive sins but God alone?”(A)

22 Jesus knew what they were thinking and asked, “Why are you thinking these things in your hearts? 23 Which is easier: to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or to say, ‘Get up and walk’?

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