18 And, behold, some men carrying on a bed a man afflicted with a palsy, endeavored to bring him in, and place him before Jesus;
19 but finding it impracticable, by reason of the crowd, they got upon the roof, and let him down through the tiling, with the little bed, in the midst before him.
20 Jesus perceiving their faith, said, Man, your sins are forgiven you.
21 On which the Scribes and the Pharisees reasoned thus, Who is this that speaks blasphemies? Can any one forgive sins except God?
22 Jesus knowing their thoughts, addressed himself to them, and said, What are you reasoning in your hearts?
23 Which is easier, to say, Your sins are forgiven you; or to say, Arise, and walk?
24 But that you may know that the Son of Man has power on earth to forgive sins, Arise, said he to the palsied man, take up your bed, and return to your house.
25 That instant he rose in their presence, took up his bed, and returned home, glorifying God.