John 7:48

(18) Have any of the rulers or of the Pharisees believed on him?

(18) False pastors are so stupid and foolish that they consider the Church of God to be of value according to the number of people in it, and from the outward show of it.

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Hath any of the rulers — Men of rank or eminence, or of the Pharisees — Men of learning or religion, believed on him?

⁴⁸ Have any of the rulers or of the Pharisees believed on him?

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John 7:48