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John 5:6

John 5:6
When Jesus saw him lie, and knew that he had been now a long time in that case, he saith unto him, Wilt thou be made whole?

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

When Jesus saw him lie,.... In such a helpless condition:

and knew that he had been now a long time, in that case, or…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

Wilt thou be made whole? - Christ, by asking this question, designed to excite in this person faith, hope, and a greater…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714John 5:1-16

This miraculous cure is not recorded by any other of the evangelists, who confine themselves mostly to the miracles…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

knew Or, perceived, perhaps supernaturally (see on Joh 16:19), but He might learn it from the bystanders: the fact was…