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John 7:53–8:11 — "The Woman Caught in Adultery"

Whether the Pericope Adulterae (the story of the woman caught in adultery), absent from early manuscripts, is considered an authentic part of John's Gospel.

Overall consensus69/100

The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army

Other Protestant

Affirms

John 7:53-8:11 Scripture; Jesus mercy toward sinners

Salvation Army treats John 7:53-8:11 as Scripture. Story of Jesus intervention on behalf of woman caught in adultery aligns with Army emphasis on Gods grace toward marginalized.\n\nArmy does not engage in textual criticism but receives passage as Scripture communicating Gods mercy. Passage supports Army conviction no one beyond Gods redemptive reach.

Scripture References

Sources

  • Salvation Army Handbook
  • Wesley on Gods Mercy
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