Luke 15:1

King James Version (public domain)

Traditionally attributed to Luke · 1st century AD · Physician and companion of the Apostle Paul

Then drew near unto him all the publicans and sinners for to hear him.

Context

1Then drew near unto him all the publicans and sinners for to hear him.

2And the Pharisees and scribes murmured, saying, This man receiveth sinners, and eateth with them.

3And he spake this parable unto them, saying,