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Barnes' Notes on Luke 13:12

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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Thou art loosed from thine infirmity - This was a remarkable declaration. It does not appear that the woman “applied” to him for a cure; yet Jesus addressed her, and the disease departed. How clear would be the proofs from such a case that he was the Messiah! And how mighty the power of him that by a word could restore her to health! return to 'Top of Page'
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