John 9:38

38 "I believe, Sir," he said. And he threw himself at His feet.

John 9:38 Meaning and Commentary

John 9:38

And he said, Lord, I believe
He immediately found faith in his soul, and that in exercise, moving towards, and acting upon Christ, as the Son of God, and true Messiah, for everlasting life and salvation; and as soon as he did perceive it, he made an open and hearty profession of it:

and he worshipped him:
as God, with religious worship and adoration, not only trusting in him, but ascribing honour, glory, and blessing to him, which are due to God only, and not a creature.

John 9:38 In-Context

36 "Who is He, Sir?" replied the man. "Tell me, so that I may believe in Him."

37 "You have seen Him," said Jesus; "and not only so: He is now speaking to you."

38 "I believe, Sir," he said. And he threw himself at His feet.

39 "I came into this world," said Jesus, "to judge men, that those who do not see may see, and that those who do see may become blind."

40 These words were heard by those of the Pharisees who were present, and they asked Him, "Are *we* also blind?"