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The Samaritan woman asks why Jesus, a Jew, is requesting a drink from her.
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John 4:9

A Samaritan Woman’s Question

Living Water and Trusting the Word · John 4

Story guide: Holding her jar, the woman raises an open hand and questions Jesus about his request for a drink.

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9So the Samaritan woman said to him, “How is it that you, being a Jew, ask for a drink from me, a Samaritan woman?” (For Jews do not associate with Samaritans.)

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