Here He alludes to the manner of life showing that without works it is not possible to be in Him. And every branch that bears fruit He purges it. That is causes it to enjoy great care. Yet the root requires care rather than the branches in being dug about and cleared yet about this He says nothing here but all about the branches. Showing that He is sufficient to Himself and that the disciples need much help from the Husbandman although they be very excellent. Wherefore He says that which bears

Here He alludes to the manner of life showing that without works it is not possible to be in Him. And every branch that bears fruit He purges it. That is causes it to enjoy great care. Yet the root requires care rather than the branches in being dug about and cleared yet about this He says nothing here but all about the branches. Showing that He is sufficient to Himself and that the disciples need much help from the Husbandman although they be very excellent. Wherefore He says that which bears

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