John 7:22-23 – Circumcision and Perfection: A Johannine Equation
In John 7:22-23 Jesus defends himself against accusations because of his healing of a paralytic on the Sabbath. In this essay the author traces the logic of Jesus' actions. The need to be perfect and the urgency of the circumcision on the Sabbath are explored.
Source: Evangelical Quarterly, 1991. 14 pages.
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