Luke 5:21
“And the scribes and the Pharisees began to reason, saying, Who is this which speaketh blasphemies? Who can forgive sins, but God alone?”

What does Luke 5:21 mean?
The Bible verse Luke 5:21 from the King James Version (KJV) states: "And the scribes and the Pharisees began to reason, saying, Who is this which speaketh blasphemies? Who can forgive sins, but God alone?" This verse is a part of the larger story of the healing of a paralyzed…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Authority of Forgiveness: A Deeper Look at Luke 5:21
In the Gospel of Luke, chapter 5, verse 21, we encounter a profound moment where the tension between religious authority and divine authority comes to a head. The verse reads: "And the scribes and the Pharisees began to reason, saying, Who is this which speaketh blasphemies? Who…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer for Understanding and Acceptance of Divine Forgiveness
Heavenly Father, We come before You in humble reverence, recognizing the profound wisdom found in Your Word. As we reflect upon the message of Luke 5:21, we acknowledge the skepticism and accusation of the scribes and the Pharisees who questioned the authority of Your Son…
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