Catena Aurea on John 9:24–34: Augustine of Hippo

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CommentAugustine of HippoPublic domainJohn 9:24–34

As yet however He speaks as one but just anointed1, for God hears sinners too. Else in vain would the publican cry, God be merciful to me a sinner. (Luke 18:13) By that confession he obtained2 justification, as the blind man had his sight.

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Also cites: Tr. xliv. s. 13

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