Matthew 9:8

But when the multitudes saw it, they marveled and glorified God, who had given such authority to men.

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In The King James Version

But when the multitudes saw it, they marvelled, and glorified God, which had given such power unto men.

In Context

7He arose and departed to his house.

9As Jesus passed by from there, he saw a man called Matthew sitting at the tax collection office. He said to him, “Follow me.” He got up and followed him.

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Cross References

Matthew 12:23All the multitudes were amazed, and said, “Can this be the son of David?”

Matthew 28:18Jesus came to them and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to me in heaven and on earth.

Mark 7:37They were astonished beyond measure, saying, “He has done all things well. He makes even the deaf hear and the mute speak!”

Luke 7:16Fear took hold of all, and they glorified God, saying, “A great prophet has arisen among us!” and, “God has visited his people!”

Luke 17:15One of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, glorifying God with a loud voice.

John 15:8“In this my Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit; and so you will be my disciples.

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 →

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