46 Now an idea entered into them, as to which of them was greater.
47 But Jesus, perceiving the thoughts of their hearts, took a child and stood him beside him.
48 And he said to them: 'Whoever will receive this child in my name, receives me; and whoever receives me, receives him who sent me. For whoever is the lesser among you all, the same is greater.'
49 And responding, John said: 'Teacher, we saw a certain one casting out demons in your name. And we prohibited him, for he does not follow with us.'
50 And Jesus said to him: 'Do not prohibit him. For whoever is not against you, is for you.'
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