Mark 7:37

And were beyond measure astonished, saying, He hath done all things well: he maketh both the deaf to hear, and the dumb to speak.

And {G2532} were beyond measure {G5249} astonished {G1605}, saying {G3004}, He hath done {G4160} all things {G3956} well {G2573}: he maketh {G4160} both {G2532} the deaf {G2974} to hear {G191}, and {G2532} the dumb {G216} to speak {G2980}.

People were overcome with amazement. "Everything he does, he does well!" they said. "He even makes the deaf hear and the dumb speak!"

The people were utterly astonished and said, “He has done all things well! He makes even the deaf hear and the mute speak!”

And they were beyond measure astonished, saying, He hath done all things well; he maketh even the deaf to hear, and the dumb to speak.

Mark 7:37 captures the overwhelming reaction of the crowd to Jesus's miraculous healing of a deaf man with a speech impediment. Their profound astonishment and declaration, "He hath done all things well: he maketh both the deaf to hear, and the dumb to speak," serve as a powerful testament to Jesus's divine power and authority.

Context

This verse immediately follows Jesus's unique healing of a deaf man in the region of Decapolis, a predominantly Gentile area (Mark 7:31-36). Jesus had taken the man aside, used distinct actions (spitting, touching his tongue, sighing), and commanded "Ephphatha!" (Be opened). Despite Jesus's instruction to keep the miracle quiet, the sheer wonder of the event compelled the witnesses to spread the word. This healing occurred after Jesus's challenging teachings on clean and unclean, contrasting man-made traditions with God's commandments (Mark 7:1-23), demonstrating that His authority was not merely in words but also in unparalleled deeds.

Key Themes

  • Divine Authority and Power: The crowd's reaction underscores Jesus's absolute control over sickness and infirmity. His ability to restore hearing and speech is a clear demonstration of His supernatural power, setting Him apart as more than a prophet.
  • Fulfillment of Prophecy: The statement "he maketh both the deaf to hear, and the dumb to speak" directly echoes ancient Old Testament prophecies concerning the Messiah. For instance, Isaiah 35:5-6 declares, "Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened, and the ears of the deaf shall be unstopped. Then shall the lame man leap as an hart, and the tongue of the dumb sing." Jesus's actions were seen as the long-awaited signs of God's kingdom breaking in.
  • Jesus Does All Things Well: The declaration "He hath done all things well" is a profound theological statement. It reflects a perfect execution of His mission, reminiscent of God's own assessment of His creation in Genesis 1:31 ("God saw every thing that he had made, and, behold, it was very good"). This highlights Jesus's flawless character and divine nature, performing every act with perfect wisdom, power, and love.
  • Universal Ministry: The setting in Decapolis, a Gentile region, emphasizes that Jesus's ministry and the blessings of the Gospel were not exclusive to the Jewish people but extended to all humanity, foreshadowing the Great Commission.

Linguistic Insights

  • The phrase "beyond measure astonished" translates the Greek word ekplēssomai (ἐκπλήσσομαι), which means "to be utterly struck out of one's senses" or "to be overwhelmed with amazement." It conveys a shock so profound that it leaves one speechless or dumbfounded.
  • "He hath done all things well" comes from the Greek kalōs (καλῶς), meaning "beautifully," "rightly," "excellently," or "perfectly." It implies that Jesus's actions were not merely effective but also morally and spiritually perfect in their execution and outcome.
  • The term "dumb" (KJV) in this context translates the Greek mogilalos (μογιλάλος), which specifically refers to someone who speaks with difficulty, stammering, or is tongue-tied, rather than being completely mute. This detail underscores the specific nature of the man's impediment and the completeness of Jesus's healing.

Practical Application

Mark 7:37 invites us to reflect on Jesus's continued perfection and power in our lives. Just as He opened physical ears and tongues, He is able to open our spiritual ears to hear His truth and loose our spiritual tongues to proclaim His praise and share our faith. When we face challenges or seemingly insurmountable obstacles, this verse reminds us that Jesus "hath done all things well" and continues to work perfectly in His divine plan. It encourages us to trust in His sovereign goodness and to respond with awe and wonder, giving Him the glory for His flawless work.

Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Mark 6:51

    And he went up unto them into the ship; and the wind ceased: and they were sore amazed in themselves beyond measure, and wondered.

  • Mark 5:42

    And straightway the damsel arose, and walked; for she was [of the age] of twelve years. And they were astonished with a great astonishment.

  • Exodus 4:10

    ¶ And Moses said unto the LORD, O my Lord, I [am] not eloquent, neither heretofore, nor since thou hast spoken unto thy servant: but I [am] slow of speech, and of a slow tongue.

  • Exodus 4:11

    And the LORD said unto him, Who hath made man's mouth? or who maketh the dumb, or deaf, or the seeing, or the blind? have not I the LORD?

  • Mark 4:41

    And they feared exceedingly, and said one to another, What manner of man is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?

  • Mark 2:12

    And immediately he arose, took up the bed, and went forth before them all; insomuch that they were all amazed, and glorified God, saying, We never saw it on this fashion.

  • Genesis 1:31

    ¶ And God saw every thing that he had made, and, behold, [it was] very good. And the evening and the morning were the sixth day.

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