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35 And it happened as Jesus was approaching Jericho [Note: This was a town about eighteen miles northeast of Jerusalem], that a certain blind man was [seen] sitting along side of the road, begging.
36 As he heard a crowd of people passing by, he asked [someone] what was happening.
37 And he was told that Jesus from Nazareth was passing by [that way].
38 So, he shouted out, “Jesus, you son of David, take pity on me.”
39 But those walking in front [of Jesus] spoke harshly to the blind beggar, telling him to be quiet. But he continued shouting all the more, “You son of David, take pity on me.”
40 So, Jesus stopped and ordered the beggar to be brought to Him. And when he came near, Jesus asked him,
41 “What do you want me to do for you?” And he replied, “Lord, I want to receive my sight.”
42 And Jesus said to him, “Receive your sight, your faith has made you well.”
43 And immediately his sight was restored and he followed Jesus, giving honor to God. And when all the people saw this, they [too] praised God.