Mark 6:55

And ran through that whole region round about, and began to carry about in beds those that were sick, where they heard he was.

And ran through {G4063} that {G1565} whole {G3650} region round about {G4066}, and began {G756} to carry about {G4064} in {G1909} beds {G2895} those that were {G2192} sick {G2560}, where {G3699} they heard {G191} he was {G3754}{G1563}{G2076}.

and began running around throughout that whole region and bringing sick people on their stretchers to any place where they heard he was.

and ran through that whole region, carrying the sick on mats to wherever they heard He was.

and ran round about that whole region, and began to carry about on their beds those that were sick, where they heard he was.

Commentary

Context

This verse immediately follows Jesus and His disciples landing at Gennesaret after miraculously walking on water and calming the storm (Mark 6:51). The people of Gennesaret instantly recognized Him. Mark 6:55 describes the overwhelming public response to Jesus' presence, highlighting the widespread knowledge of His healing power that preceded Him. It paints a vivid picture of the desperation and faith of the people in that region.

Key Themes

  • Jesus' Unparalleled Healing Power: The verse showcases Jesus' consistent ability to heal all manner of sickness. His reputation was so strong that people "ran" to bring the sick to Him, confident in His power.
  • Widespread Impact and Urgency: The phrase "that whole region round about" emphasizes the extensive reach of Jesus' ministry. The urgency implied by people "ran through" and "began to carry about in beds" highlights the desperate need and the immediate response of those seeking healing.
  • Compassion and Accessibility: Though not explicitly stated in this verse, the continuous stream of people bringing the sick implies Jesus' constant availability and compassion for the suffering, a hallmark of His ministry.

Linguistic Insights

The KJV phrase "ran through that whole region round about" captures the Greek peritrechō (περιτρέχω), which literally means to run around or through, emphasizing the swift and extensive movement of people spreading the news and seeking Jesus. The term "beds" (Greek: klinē, κλίνη) refers to simple couches or litters, often used to carry the sick or paralyzed, underscoring the severe conditions of those being brought for healing.

Practical Application

Mark 6:55 reminds us of Jesus' enduring power and willingness to meet human need. Just as people in Gennesaret eagerly sought Him out, we are encouraged to bring our physical, emotional, and spiritual infirmities to Christ. It also serves as a powerful testament to the transformative impact of Jesus' presence, inspiring us to share the hope found in Him so others might also come to experience His healing touch, whether miraculous or through His ongoing grace.

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Cross-References

  • Matthew 4:24

    And his fame went throughout all Syria: and they brought unto him all sick people that were taken with divers diseases and torments, and those which were possessed with devils, and those which were lunatick, and those that had the palsy; and he healed them.

  • Mark 2:1

    ¶ And again he entered into Capernaum after [some] days; and it was noised that he was in the house.

  • Mark 2:3

    And they come unto him, bringing one sick of the palsy, which was borne of four.

  • Mark 3:7

    But Jesus withdrew himself with his disciples to the sea: and a great multitude from Galilee followed him, and from Judaea,

  • Mark 3:11

    And unclean spirits, when they saw him, fell down before him, and cried, saying, Thou art the Son of God.
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