Matthew 9:5

Matthew 9:5. For, as a proof that the thoughts were evil.

Which is easier, etc. Archbishop Trench correctly sets forth the argument: ‘In our Lord's argument it must be carefully noted that He does not ask,” Which is easiest, to forgive sins, or to raise a sick man?” for it could not be affirmed that that of forgiving was easier than this of healing; but” Which is easiest, to claim this power or to claim that; to say, Thy sins be forgiven thee, or to say, Arise and walk?” And He then proceeds:” That is easiest, and I will now prove my right to say it, by saying with effect and with an outward consequence setting its seal to my truth, the harder word, ‘ Rise up and walk.' By doing that which is submitted to the eyes of men, I will attest my right and power to do that which, in its very nature, Ties out of the region of proof.” ‘