But he answered (ος δε απεκριθη). Demonstrative ος (But this one) and deponent use of απεκριθη (first aorist passive indicative of…

He that made me whole. The man reasoned correctly. If Jesus had power to work so remarkable a miracle, he had a right to explain the law. …

He that made me whole.—The man bases the use of his power upon the will of Him who had given it. That has been the one di…

The Jews therefore said unto him that was cured, It is the sabbath day: it is not lawful for thee to carry thy bed, He answered them,

St. Augustine of Hippo: After the miracle in Galilee, Jesus returned to Jerusalem: After this there was a feast of the Jews,…

The paralytic seems to have felt no particular gratitude to Jesus for his healing. He took no responsibility for the action on the Sabbath; and aft…

He answered them
That is, the impotent man, who was now made whole, replied to the Jews:

Those relieved from the punishment of sin are in danger of returning to sin when the terror and restraint are over, unless Divine grace dries up th…

1. Having seen a visible miracle that shows the power of Christ to restore spiritual life, we now see an opportunity given to him to teach. …