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John 5:2 · KJV

"Now there is at Jerusalem by the sheep market a pool, which is called in the Hebrew tongue Bethesda, having five porches."

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Passage Context

1After this there was a feast of the Jews; and Jesus went up to Jerusalem.
2Now there is at Jerusalem by the sheep market a pool, which is called in the Hebrew tongue Bethesda, having five porches.
3In these lay a great multitude of impotent folk, of blind, halt, withered, waiting for the moving of the water.
4For an angel went down at a certain season into the pool, and troubled the water: whosoever then first after the troubling of the water stepped in was made whole of whatsoever disease he had.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you seek healing in your own life?

2

What does it mean for you to find rest and restoration?

3

When have you felt a need for healing, physically or spiritually?

Life Application

healing

Consider areas in your life where you need healing. Seek support from your community or spiritual practices.

restoration

Reflect on how you can create spaces of healing and restoration for others.

Places in This Verse

Bethesda(Bethesda, Jerusalem, Israel today)

A pool located in Jerusalem known for its healing properties, attracting many who were sick or disabled.

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