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13 Then they brought little children to Him, that He might touch them; but the disciples rebuked those who brought them.
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People were bringing little children to Jesus for him to place his hands on them, but the disciples rebuked them.
14 But when Jesus saw it, He was greatly displeased and said to them, "Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of God.
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When Jesus saw this, he was indignant. He said to them, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.
15 Assuredly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God as a little child will by no means enter it."
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Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.”
16 And He took them up in His arms, put His hands on them, and blessed them.
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And he took the children in his arms, placed his hands on them and blessed them.
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