Matthew 9:8
When the crowd saw this, they were awe-struck, and praised God for giving such power to men.
Twentieth Century New Testament
In The King James Version
In Context
7The man got up and went to his home.
Cross References
Matthew 12:23At this all the people were astounded. “Is it possible that this is the son of David?” they exclaimed.
Matthew 28:18Then Jesus came up, and spoke to them thus: “All authority in heaven and on the earth has been given to me.
Mark 7:37and a profound impression was made upon the people. “He has done everything well!” they exclaimed. “He makes even the deaf hear and the dumb speak!”
Luke 7:16Every one was awe-struck and began praising God. “A great Prophet has arisen among us,” they said; “and God has visited his people.”
Luke 17:15One of them, finding he was cured, came back, praising God loudly,
John 15:8It is by your bearing fruit plentifully, and so showing yourselves my disciples, that my Father is honoured.
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 →