12And if a woman divorces her husband and marries another, she commits adultery.”
Jesus Blesses Little Children
13aThen they brought little children to Him, that He might touch them; but the disciples rebuked those who brought them.
14 But when Jesus saw it, He was greatly displeased and said to them, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for aof such is the kingdom of God.
15Assuredly, I say to you, awhoever does not receive the kingdom of God as a little child will bby no means enter it.”
16 And He took them up in His arms, laid His hands on them, and blessed them.
Jesus Counsels the Rich Young Ruler
17aNow as He was going out on the road, one came running, knelt before Him, and asked Him, “Good Teacher, what shall I bdo that I may inherit eternal life?”
Jacob laid his hands on his grandsons' heads to confer God's blessing upon them. David considered God's hand upon him as a blessing and comfort. Jesus blessed little children by laying His hands on them.
