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John 7:23 Β· KJV

"If a man on the sabbath day receive circumcision, that the law of Moses should not be broken; are ye angry at me, because I have made a man every whit whole on the sabbath day?"

King James Version

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Passage Context

21Jesus answered and said unto them, I have done one work, and ye all marvel.
22Moses therefore gave unto you circumcision; (not because it is of Moses, but of the fathers;) and ye on the sabbath day circumcise a man.
23If a man on the sabbath day receive circumcision, that the law of Moses should not be broken; are ye angry at me, because I have made a man every whit whole on the sabbath day?
24Judge not according to the appearance, but judge righteous judgment.
25Then said some of them of Jerusalem, Is not this he, whom they seek to kill?

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you balance rules with compassion in your own life?

2

What does it mean for you to prioritize healing and wholeness?

3

When have you felt conflicted about following rules versus doing what is right?

Life Application

compassion

Practice compassion in your interactions, especially when rules seem to hinder doing good.

integrity

Reflect on how you can embody both integrity and compassion in your daily choices.

People in This Verse

JesusNT

The central figure of Christianity, believed to be the Son of God and the Savior of humanity through His death and resurrection.

First appearance: Matthew 1:1

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

The capital of Israel and a significant city in biblical history, known for its religious importance and historical events.

Connection to Jesus

direct teaching

Jesus teaches about the true purpose of the Sabbath by highlighting the importance of healing and doing good, which reflects his mission.

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