Translations
Modern
But those at the table began to say to themselves, “Who is this who even forgives sins?”
Traditional
And they that sat at meat with him began to say within themselves, Who is this that forgiveth sins also?
Literal
And those reclining with Him began to say within themselves, “Who is this who even forgives sins?”
Latin
Et cœperunt qui simul accumbebant, dicere intra se: Quis est hic qui etiam peccata dimittit?
Original
Greek
English
But those at the table began to say to themselves, “Who is this who even forgives sins?”
Notes
What Jesus said in 7:35 is shown in this story by one of “wisdom’s children” (see study note on 7:35). She is a repentant sinner (a person who turns away from sin). She shows deep gratitude for the forgiveness she has received.
Theme notes and profiles
The Pharisees Eating Together Following Jesus The Messianic Banquet
Events
- Anointed by a Sinner Womanc. AD 28
Parallels
Glossary
Banquet Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Gospel Jesus Christ Justification, Justified Luke, Gospel of Meaning of Meals in the Bible Simon Sin
Topics
Faith: Faith in Christ: The Woman Who Anointed Jesus' Feet Feeling Guilty Jesus, the Christ: Anointed by a Sinful Woman (At Capernaum) Jesus, the Christ: Power of, to Forgive Sins Self-Righteousness: General Scriptures Concerning