Abstract: The story in John 8 of the woman taken in adultery is sometimes used to argue that Jesus was lenient toward sin and that we should be too. However, when placed in its broader context, we can see the story is not one in which Christ shows indifference or contempt for the law, but rather utmost respect for it. The story of the woman taken in adultery is sometimes referenced as an example of the love and forgiveness of Jesus....
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