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He says, "I do not know."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/john/9.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Then said they unto him, Where is he? He said, I know not.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/john/9.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Then they said to him, “Where is He?” He said, “I do not know.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/john/9.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />And they said to him, “Where is He?” He said, “I do not know.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/john/9.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />They said to him, &#8220Where is He?&#8221 He said, &#8220I do not know.&#8221<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/john/9.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And they said to him, “Where is He?” He said, “I do not know.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/john/9.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />And they said to him, “Where is He?” He said, “I do not know.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/john/9.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />They asked him, “Where is He?” He said, “I do not know.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/john/9.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />“Where is he? ” they asked. “I don’t know,” he said.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/john/9.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Where is He?&#8221 they asked.&#8221 I don&#8217t know,&#8221 he said. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/john/9.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And they said unto him, Where is he? He saith, I know not.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/john/9.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />"Where is he now?" they asked. "I don't know," he answered. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/john/9.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And they said unto him, Where is he? He saith, I know not.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/john/9.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />They asked him, "Where is that man?" The man answered, "I don't know."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/john/9.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />"Where is he?" they asked. "I don't know," he answered. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/john/9.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />They asked him, "Where is that man?" He said, "I don't know!"<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/john/9.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />?Where is He?? they asked. ?I do not know,? he answered.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/john/9.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />They said to him, "Where is that man?" He replied, "I don't know." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/john/9.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Then they asked him, "Where is he?" He said, "I do not know."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/john/9.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Then said they to him, Where is he? He said, I know not.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/john/9.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />"Where is he?" they inquired, but the man did not know.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/john/9.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Then they asked him, “Where is he?” He said, “I don’t know.” <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/john/9.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />they said, therefore, to him, “Where is that One?” He says, “I have not known.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/john/9.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />And they said to him, "Where is He?" He says, "I do not know."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/john/9.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> they said, therefore, to him, 'Where is that one?' he saith, 'I have not known.'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/john/9.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Then said they to him, Where is he? He says I know not.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/john/9.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And they said to him: Where is he? He saith: I know not. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/john/9.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />And they said to him, “Where is he?” He said, “I do not know.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/john/9.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />And they said to him, “Where is he?” He said, “I don’t know.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/john/9.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />They said to him, “Where is he?” He said, “I do not know.”<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/john/9.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />They said to him, Where is he? He said to them, I do not know.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/john/9.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />They were saying to him, “Where is he?” He said to them, “ I do not know.”<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/john/9.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />Then they said to him: "Where is he? He said: I know not.<CM><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/john/9.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br />They said to him, Where is He? He says, I know not.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/john/9.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />They said to him, Where is he? He replied, I know not.<CM><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/john/9.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />then said they to him, where is he? I don't know, said he.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/john/9.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />"Where is he?" they inquired, but the man did not know.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/john/9.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />And they said to him, "Where is He?" He says, I know not."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/john/9.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />Then said they unto him, Where is He? he answered, I know not.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/john/9-12.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ixy2bchmXZ0?start=3290" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/john/9.htm">Jesus Heals the Man Born Blind</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">11</span>He answered, “The man they call Jesus made some mud and anointed my eyes, and He told me to go to Siloam and wash. So I went and washed and received my sight.” <span class="reftext">12</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/4226.htm" title="4226: Pou (Adv) -- Genitive case of an interrogative pronoun pos otherwise obsolete; as adverb of place; at what locality.">“Where</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: estin (V-PIA-3S) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">is</a> <a href="/greek/1565.htm" title="1565: ekeinos (DPro-NMS) -- That, that one there, yonder. From ekei; that one (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed.">He?”</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: Kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/2036.htm" title="2036: eipan (V-AIA-3P) -- Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say.">they asked.</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autō (PPro-DM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons."></a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: Ouk (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not.">“</a> <a href="/greek/1492.htm" title="1492: oida (V-RIA-1S) -- To know, remember, appreciate. ">I do not know,”</a> <a href="/greek/3004.htm" title="3004: Legei (V-PIA-3S) -- (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. ">he answered.</a> </span> <span class="reftext">13</span>They brought to the Pharisees the man who had been blind.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/1-19.htm">John 1:19-28</a></span><br />And this was John’s testimony when the Jews of Jerusalem sent priests and Levites to ask him, “Who are you?” / He did not refuse to confess, but openly declared, “I am not the Christ.” / “Then who are you?” they inquired. “Are you Elijah?” He said, “I am not.” “Are you the Prophet?” He answered, “No.” ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/5-12.htm">John 5:12-13</a></span><br />“Who is this man who told you to pick it up and walk?” they asked. / But the man who was healed did not know who it was, for Jesus had slipped away while the crowd was there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/7-11.htm">John 7:11</a></span><br />So the Jews were looking for Him at the feast and asking, “Where is He?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/8-19.htm">John 8:19</a></span><br />“Where is Your Father?” they asked Him. “You do not know Me or My Father,” Jesus answered. “If you knew Me, you would know My Father as well.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/10-24.htm">John 10:24</a></span><br />So the Jews gathered around Him and demanded, “How long will You keep us in suspense? If You are the Christ, tell us plainly.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/11-47.htm">John 11:47-48</a></span><br />Then the chief priests and Pharisees convened the Sanhedrin and said, “What are we to do? This man is performing many signs. / If we let Him go on like this, everyone will believe in Him, and then the Romans will come and take away both our place and our nation.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/12-34.htm">John 12:34</a></span><br />The crowd replied, “We have heard from the Law that the Christ will remain forever. So how can You say that the Son of Man must be lifted up? Who is this Son of Man?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/14-5.htm">John 14:5</a></span><br />“Lord,” said Thomas, “we do not know where You are going, so how can we know the way?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/16-17.htm">John 16:17-18</a></span><br />Then some of His disciples asked one another, “Why is He telling us, ‘In a little while you will not see Me, and then after a little while you will see Me’ and ‘Because I am going to the Father’?” / They kept asking, “Why is He saying, ‘a little while’? We do not understand what He is saying.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/20-13.htm">John 20:13</a></span><br />“Woman, why are you weeping?” they asked. “Because they have taken my Lord away,” she said, “and I do not know where they have put Him.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/11-3.htm">Matthew 11:3</a></span><br />to ask Him, “Are You the One who was to come, or should we look for someone else?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/8-23.htm">Mark 8:23-25</a></span><br />So He took the blind man by the hand and led him out of the village. Then He spit on the man’s eyes and placed His hands on him. “Can you see anything?” He asked. / The man looked up and said, “I can see the people, but they look like trees walking around.” / Once again Jesus placed His hands on the man’s eyes, and when he opened them his sight was restored, and he could see everything clearly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/7-19.htm">Luke 7:19-20</a></span><br />So John called two of his disciples and sent them to ask the Lord, “Are You the One who was to come, or should we look for someone else?” / When the men came to Jesus, they said, “John the Baptist sent us to ask, ‘Are You the One who was to come, or should we look for someone else?’”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/18-35.htm">Luke 18:35-43</a></span><br />As Jesus drew near to Jericho, a blind man was sitting beside the road, begging. / When he heard the crowd going by, he asked what was happening. / “Jesus of Nazareth is passing by,” they told him. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/3-10.htm">Acts 3:10-11</a></span><br />they recognized him as the man who used to sit begging at the Beautiful Gate of the temple, and they were filled with wonder and amazement at what had happened to him. / While the man clung to Peter and John, all the people were astonished and ran to them in the walkway called Solomon’s Colonnade.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Then said they to him, Where is he? He said, I know not.</p><p class="hdg">Where.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/john/5-11.htm">John 5:11-13</a></b></br> He answered them, He that made me whole, the same said unto me, Take up thy bed, and walk… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/john/7-11.htm">John 7:11</a></b></br> Then the Jews sought him at the feast, and said, Where is he?</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/2-18.htm">Exodus 2:18-20</a></b></br> And when they came to Reuel their father, he said, How <i>is it that</i> ye are come so soon to day? … </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/john/4-52.htm">Inquired</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/john/13-36.htm">Inquired</a><div class="vheading2">John 9</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/john/9-1.htm">The man born blind is restored to sight.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">8. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/john/9-8.htm">He is brought to the Pharisees.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/john/9-13.htm">They are offended at it;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">35. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/john/9-35.htm">but he is received of Jesus, and confesses him.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">39. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/john/9-39.htm">Who they are whom Jesus enlightens.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/john/9.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/john/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/john/9.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Where is He?</b><br>This question is posed by the neighbors and those who had seen the blind man begging. It reflects a natural curiosity and a desire to understand the miraculous event they have just witnessed. In the broader biblical context, this question echoes the human quest for understanding and seeking God, as seen in passages like <a href="/jeremiah/29-13.htm">Jeremiah 29:13</a>, "You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart." The question also highlights the physical absence of Jesus at this moment, which is significant in the narrative as it emphasizes the personal encounter the man had with Jesus, rather than a public spectacle. This moment foreshadows the later spiritual seeking of Jesus after His resurrection, as seen in <a href="/john/20-15.htm">John 20:15</a> when Mary Magdalene asks, "Where have you taken Him?"<p><b>I do not know,</b><br>The man's response indicates his limited understanding and knowledge of Jesus at this point. This reflects a common theme in the Gospels where individuals initially encounter Jesus without fully comprehending His identity or mission. It parallels the journey of faith many believers experience, starting with an encounter with Jesus and growing into deeper understanding and relationship. This phrase also underscores the man's honesty and humility, traits that are often highlighted in Scripture as valuable, such as in <a href="/proverbs/11-2.htm">Proverbs 11:2</a>, "When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom." The man's lack of knowledge about Jesus' whereabouts also serves to focus the narrative on the miracle itself and the transformation it brought about, rather than on Jesus' physical presence.<p><b>he answered.</b><br>The man's response is straightforward and factual, emphasizing his role as a witness to the miracle. This aligns with the biblical theme of testimony, where individuals are called to bear witness to the works of God, as seen in <a href="/acts/1-8.htm">Acts 1:8</a>, "You will be my witnesses." His answer also sets the stage for the subsequent investigation by the Pharisees, highlighting the tension between the miraculous works of Jesus and the skepticism of the religious leaders. This tension is a recurring theme in the Gospels, illustrating the conflict between the new covenant Jesus brings and the established religious order. The man's testimony, though simple, becomes a powerful declaration of Jesus' divine power and authority.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_blind_man.htm">The Blind Man</a></b><br>Previously blind from birth, he was healed by Jesus, which sparked curiosity and questioning among the people.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_neighbors_and_those_who_had_seen_him.htm">The Neighbors and Those Who Had Seen Him</a></b><br>These individuals were familiar with the blind man's condition and were astonished by his healing, prompting them to inquire about Jesus.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a></b><br>The central figure in this event, He performed the miracle of healing the blind man, demonstrating His divine power and authority.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a></b><br>The city where this event took place, a significant location for many of Jesus' teachings and miracles.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_pharisees.htm">The Pharisees</a></b><br>Though not directly mentioned in this verse, they play a crucial role in the surrounding account, questioning the legitimacy of the miracle and Jesus' authority.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_testimony.htm">The Power of Testimony</a></b><br>The healed man's simple testimony, "I do not know," reflects honesty and humility. Our testimonies don't require complete understanding, just a truthful account of God's work in our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/seeking_jesus.htm">Seeking Jesus</a></b><br>The question "Where is He?" reflects a natural human curiosity and desire to seek Jesus. We should encourage this pursuit in our own lives and in others.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_community.htm">The Role of Community</a></b><br>The neighbors' involvement shows the importance of community in recognizing and affirming God's work. We should be active in our communities, sharing and celebrating God's miracles.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faith_beyond_understanding.htm">Faith Beyond Understanding</a></b><br>The healed man did not fully understand who Jesus was, yet he experienced His power. Our faith should not be limited by our understanding but should trust in God's greater plan.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/responding_to_skepticism.htm">Responding to Skepticism</a></b><br>The surrounding account shows skepticism from the Pharisees. We should be prepared to face skepticism with grace and truth, standing firm in our faith.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_john_9.htm">Top 10 Lessons from John 9</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_god_answer_every_prayer.htm">Does God answer all prayers? (Matthew 7:7-8 vs. 1 John 5:14-15)</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_ask_adam_and_eve's_location.htm">Why would an all-knowing God ask Adam and Eve where they were (Genesis 3:9)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_there_evidence_for_john_9_18-23.htm">In John 9:18-23, is there any historical or external evidence that confirms the parents' testimony?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_pray_effectively_for_others.htm">How can we effectively pray for others' needs?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/john/9.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(12) <span class= "bld">I know not.</span>--He had not returned to our Lord (<a href="/john/9-7.htm" title="And said to him, Go, wash in the pool of Siloam, (which is by interpretation, Sent.) He went his way therefore, and washed, and came seeing.">John 9:7</a>), who was passing by when He spoke to him (<a href="/john/9-1.htm" title="And as Jesus passed by, he saw a man which was blind from his birth.">John 9:1</a>), and by the time the man had gone to the pool and had returned would have gone beyond his knowledge.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/john/9.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 12.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">They say unto him, Where is that Man</span> (Jesus)? <span class="cmt_word">He saith, I know not.</span> <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/john/9-12.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">“Where</span><br /><span class="grk">Ποῦ</span> <span class="translit">(Pou)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_4226.htm">Strong's 4226: </a> </span><span class="str2">Genitive case of an interrogative pronoun pos otherwise obsolete; as adverb of place; at what locality.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is</span><br /><span class="grk">ἐστιν</span> <span class="translit">(estin)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> </span><span class="str2">I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">He?”</span><br /><span class="grk">ἐκεῖνος</span> <span class="translit">(ekeinos)</span><br /><span class="parse">Demonstrative Pronoun - Nominative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1565.htm">Strong's 1565: </a> </span><span class="str2">That, that one there, yonder. From ekei; that one (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">they asked.</span><br /><span class="grk">εἶπαν</span> <span class="translit">(eipan)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2036.htm">Strong's 2036: </a> </span><span class="str2">Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">“I do not know,”</span><br /><span class="grk">οἶδα</span> <span class="translit">(oida)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Perfect Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1492.htm">Strong's 1492: </a> </span><span class="str2">To know, remember, appreciate. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">he answered.</span><br /><span class="grk">Λέγει</span> <span class="translit">(Legei)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3004.htm">Strong's 3004: </a> </span><span class="str2">(a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. </span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/john/9-12.htm">John 9:12 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/john/9-12.htm">John 9:12 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/john/9-12.htm">John 9:12 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/john/9-12.htm">John 9:12 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/john/9-12.htm">John 9:12 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/john/9-12.htm">John 9:12 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/john/9-12.htm">John 9:12 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/john/9-12.htm">John 9:12 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/john/9-12.htm">John 9:12 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/john/9-12.htm">John 9:12 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/john/9-12.htm">NT Gospels: John 9:12 Then they asked him Where is he? 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