Mark 2:7
“Why doth this man thus speak blasphemies? who can forgive sins but God only?”

What does Mark 2:7 mean?
The bible verse Mark 2:7 in the King James Version (KJV) states, "Why doth this man thus speak blasphemies? who can forgive sins but God only?" This verse is part of a larger passage in the New Testament that describes Jesus healing a paralyzed man. The Pharisees and scribes…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Authority of Forgiveness: Understanding Blasphemy and Redemption
In Mark 2:7, we encounter a critical moment in the ministry of Jesus, as the scribes bring forth their accustations: "Why doth this man thus speak blasphemies? who can forgive sins but God only?" These words are not merely a challenge to Jesus' authority but also offer profound…
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O Lord, our God, we come before You with humble hearts, seeking Your presence and understanding in the truths that Your Word imparts. As we reflect upon the profound words recorded in Mark 2:7— "Why doth this man thus speak blasphemies? who can forgive sins but God only?"—we…
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