^{13 Ref} And they were bringing unto him little children, that he should touch them: and the disciples rebuked them.

^{14 Ref} But when Jesus saw it, he was moved with indignation, and said unto them, Suffer the little children to come unto me; forbid them not: for to such belongeth the kingdom of God.

^{15 Ref} Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child, he shall in no wise enter therein.

^{16 Ref} And he took them in his arms, and blessed them, laying his hands upon them.