John 9:40

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

John 9:40 Meaning and Commentary

John 9:40

And some of the Pharisees which were with him
Who had followed him, and were watching him, and observing what he said and did, in order to take all advantages, and every opportunity against him, they could,

heard these words, and said unto him, are we blind also?
they perceived he pointed at them, and therefore with indignation ask this question, taking it as a great affront unto them, to put such wise, learned, and knowing men as they in company with the ignorant and unlearned common people; see ( Isaiah 42:19 ) .

John 9:40 In-Context

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?"

41 "If you were blind," answered Jesus, "you would have no sin; but as a matter of fact you boast that you see. So your sin remains!"