35 As Jesus came near to Jericho, there was a blind man sitting by the way-side begging.

36 He heard a crowd of people going past, and inquired what it all meant.

37 »Jesus the Nazarene is passing by,« they told him.

38 Then, at the top of his voice, he cried out, »Jesus, son of David, take pity on me.«

39 Those in front reproved him and tried to silence him; but he continued shouting, louder than ever, »Son of David, take pity on me.«

40 At length Jesus stopped and desired them to bring the man to Him; and when he had come close to Him He asked him,

41 »What shall I do for you?« »Sir,« he replied, »let me recover my sight.«

42 »Recover your sight,« said Jesus:»your faith has cured you.«

43 No sooner were the words spoken than the man regained his sight and followed Jesus, giving glory to God; and all the people, seeing it, gave praise to God.