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What is the significance of the command to 'wash' in Siloam?

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'Washing' in the pool of Siloam shows obedience to Jesus’s command, symbolizing faith and the need for active response in salvation.

When Jesus commanded the blind man to wash in the pool of Siloam, it illustrated the relationship between faith and obedience. The act of washing was not merely a physical necessity but a profound act of faith, demonstrating that the man believed in Jesus' words. This command reflects the biblical truth that while grace is unearned, responding to God's commands is crucial. Faith requires a human response, and the blind man's obedience led to his healing. This symbolism extends to salvation - as believers, we are called to respond to God's grace through faith and obedience. The pool, meaning 'sent', symbolizes the importance of being sent out into the world with the message of redemption.
Scripture References: John 9:7, Zechariah 13:1

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