Joh 8:13 | MHM | STEP | v. 13 : The Pharisees challenged him, saying, “You are testifying about yourself; your testimony is not valid” (John 8:13 ). According to Jewish law, a person’s claim must be supported by other witnesses (Deuteronomy 19:15 ). They refuse to accept Jesus’ words, because they are judging by human standards.

‏ John 8:13

v. 13: The Pharisees challenged him, saying, “You are testifying about yourself; your testimony is not valid” (John 8:13 ^a). According to Jewish law, a person’s claim must be supported by other witnesses (Deuteronomy 19:15 ^b). They refuse to accept Jesus’ words, because they are judging by human standards.