1. And going on board the ship, he passed over and came to his own city.
2. And behold, they brought to him a paralytic, laid upon a bed; and Jesus, seeing their faith, said to the paralytic, Be of good courage, child; thy sins are forgiven.
3. And behold, certain of the scribes said to themselves, This man blasphemes.
4. And Jesus, seeing their thoughts, said, Why do ye think evil things in your hearts?
5. For which is easier: to say, Thy sins are forgiven; or to say, Rise up and walk?