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21 The scribes and the Pharisees began to argue among themselves, saying, “Who is this man who is uttering blasphemies? Who can forgive sins but God alone?”

22 Because Jesus knew that they were arguing, he asked them, “Why are you arguing about this among yourselves?[a] 23 Which is easier: to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or to say, ‘Get up and walk’?

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  1. Luke 5:22 Lit. in your hearts

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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