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Worship and Divinity
Scholars emphasize that the man's worship of Jesus was an act of divine adoration. The Greek word used (proskyneō) is consistently used in John's Gospel for worshipping God. Commentators note that Jesus accepted this worship, unlike apostles like Peter and Paul who refused it. This acceptance is seen as a clear affirmation of Jesus' divine nature, showing that to believe in Him is to recognize Him as worthy of worship.
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Albert Barnes
On John 9:38
18th Century
Theologian
I believe. This was the overflowing expression of gratitude and faith.
And he worshipped him. He did homage to him as the …
AT Robertson
On John 9:38
Lord, I believe (Πιστευω, κυριε). Κυριε here = Lord (reverence, no longer respect as in 36). A short creed, but to the point.
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Charles Ellicott
On John 9:38
19th Century
Bishop
And he said, Lord, I believe.—The title is repeated, but now with a deeper meaning. His half-faith has passed into full c…
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Charles Spurgeon
On John 9:37–38
19th Century
Preacher
And Jesus said unto him, Thou hast both seen him, and it is he that talketh with thee. And he said, Lord, I believe. And he worshipped him.
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On John 9:38
When Jesus said that the “Son of Man” was the person speaking, the man instantly responded by worshiping Jesus. He was ready to believe on the one …
John Calvin
On John 9:38
16th Century
Theologian
And he worshipped him. It may be asked, Did the blind man honor or worship Christ as God? The word which the Evangelist employs (προσέκυνη…
John Gill
On John 9:38
17th Century
Pastor
And he said, Lord, I believe
He immediately found faith in his soul, and that in exercise, moving towards, and actin…
Matthew Henry
On John 9:35–38
17th Century
Minister
Christ acknowledges those who acknowledge Him, His truth, and His ways. Particular notice is taken of such a sufferer in the cause of Christ and fo…