A.T. Robertson Commentary John 8:46

"Which of you convicteth me of sin? If I say truth, why do ye not believe me?" — John 8:46 (ASV)

Which of you convicteth me of sin? (Τις εξ υμων ελεγχε με περ αμαριτασ; ). See on 3:20; 16:8 (the work of the Holy Spirit) for ελεγχω for charge and proof. The use of αμαρτια as in 1:29 means sin in general, not particular sins. The rhetorical question which receives no answer involves sinlessness (Hebrews 4:15) without specifically saying so. Bernard suggests that Jesus paused after this pungent question before going on.

Why do ye not believe me? (Δια τ υμεις ου πιστευετε μοι; ). This question drives home the irrationality of their hostility to Jesus. It was based on prejudice and predilection.