Matthew 9:4
But Jesus knew what they were thinking. He asked them, “Why are you thinking evil thoughts in your minds?
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
And Jesus knowing their thoughts said, Wherefore think ye evil in your hearts?
In Context
3In response some of the religious teachers said to themselves, “He's speaking blasphemy!”
5What is easier to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or ‘Get up and walk’?
Cross References
Psalms 44:21wouldn't God have been aware of this, because he knows everyone's thoughts?
Ezekiel 38:10This is what the Lord God says: On that day you will start thinking about things in your mind, and you will come up with an evil plan.
Matthew 16:7The disciples started arguing among themselves. “He's saying that because we didn't bring any bread,” they concluded.
Mark 8:16“He's saying that because we don't have any bread,” they concluded.
Luke 5:22Jesus knew what they were arguing about, so he asked them, “Why are you thinking to question this?
Luke 7:40Jesus spoke up and said, “Simon, I have something to tell you.” “Tell me, Teacher,” he responded.
Matthew Henry on Matthew 9:2-9
Christ Heals a Man Sick of the Palsy. 1 And he entered into a ship, and passed over, and came into his own city. 2 And, behold, they brought to him a man sick of the palsy, lying on a bed: and Jesus seeing their faith said unto the sick of the palsy; Son, be of good cheer; thy sins be forgiven thee. 3 And, behold, certain of the scribes said within themselves, This man blasphemeth. 4 And Jesus knowing their thoughts said, Wherefore think ye evil in your hearts? 5 For whether is easier, to say, Thy sins be forgiven… Read the whole commentary →