Mark 2:10 Meaning and Explanation
“But that ye may know that the Son of man hath power on earth to forgive sins, (he saith to the sick of the palsy,)”
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What Does Mark 2:10 Mean?
Now Jesus states his purpose plainly: the coming miracle is so that they "may know" the Son of man has authority on earth to forgive sins. "Son of man" is his chosen title, drawn from the prophets, naming the one given everlasting dominion. The pardon he spoke was no overreach but the exercise of real authority.
Heaven's forgiveness has come down to earth in a person who can be seen and heard. The scribes assumed pardon must stay in heaven; Jesus shows it now walking among them. This is the heart of the good news—that the authority to release us from our sins is present and active in Christ, offered to all who will receive it. Forgiveness is not distant; it has a face.
Mark 2:10 in the Original Language
exousia (ἐξουσία), 'power' -- rightful authority, the legitimate right to act.
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What does Mark 2:10 mean?
Jesus declares that the Son of man has authority on earth to forgive sins.