Those who were at the table with Him began to say among themselves, “Who is this man who even forgives sins? ”
While He was reclining at the table in the house, many tax collectors and sinners came as guests to eat with Jesus and His disciples.
At this, some of the scribes said among themselves, “He’s blaspheming! ”
“Why does He speak like this? He’s blaspheming! Who can forgive sins but God alone? ”