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1 When he had finished this discourse to the populous audience, he entred into Capernaum, 2 where a certain centurion had a servant whom he greatly valued, lying sick and ready to die. 3 this centurion having heard of Jesus's fame, sent several elders of the Jews to intreat him to come, and recover his servant. 4 accordingly they came to Jesus and earnestly pressed him, saying, he very well deserves you should do him this favour; for he loves our nation, 5 and hath built us a synagogue at his own charge. 6 then Jesus went with him, and when he was advanced near the house, the centurion sent some of his friends to him, saying, "Lord, don't give yourself the trouble of coming, I don't deserve you should honour my house with your presence. Luke 7:1-6, Mace New Testament. Public domain.
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