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And Jesus said unto him, Go thy way; thy faith hath made thee whole. And immediately he received his sight, and followed Jesus in the way.

And {G1161} Jesus {G2424} said {G2036} unto him {G846}, Go thy way {G5217}; thy {G4675} faith {G4102} hath made {G4982} thee {G4571} whole {G4982}. And {G2532} immediately {G2112} he received his sight {G308}, and {G2532} followed {G190} Jesus {G2424} in {G1722} the way {G3598}.

Yeshua said to him, "Go! Your trust has healed you." Instantly he received his sight and followed him on the road.

“Go,” said Jesus, “your faith has healed you.” And immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road.

And Jesus said unto him, Go thy way; thy faith hath made thee whole. And straightway he received his sight, and followed him in the way.

Commentary

Mark 10:52 (KJV) stands as a powerful testament to the transformative power of faith and Jesus' compassionate authority, concluding the remarkable account of blind Bartimaeus.

Context

This verse marks the climax of the healing of blind Bartimaeus. As Jesus and His disciples were departing from Jericho, Bartimaeus, a beggar sitting by the roadside, persistently cried out for mercy, identifying Jesus as the "Son of David." Despite being rebuked by the crowd, his unwavering faith and desperate plea caught Jesus' attention, leading to this profound encounter.

Key Themes

  • The Power of Faith: Jesus' declaration, "thy faith hath made thee whole," underscores the central role of Bartimaeus's belief. His persistent calling out and immediate response to Jesus' summons demonstrated an active, expectant faith that Jesus honored.
  • Jesus' Compassion and Authority: Stopping for a marginalized beggar, listening to his plea, and instantly restoring his sight exemplifies Jesus' boundless compassion and His divine authority over all infirmity.
  • Immediate and Complete Transformation: The phrase "And immediately he received his sight" highlights the instantaneous nature of Jesus' miracle. Bartimaeus's restoration was not gradual but complete, signifying a total change in his physical condition.
  • Following Jesus: Bartimaeus's response to his healing was to "followed Jesus in the way." This is more than just physical sight; it represents a spiritual awakening and a commitment to discipleship, choosing to walk with the One who healed him.

Linguistic Insights

The Greek word translated as "whole" in this verse is sōzō (σῴζω). While it clearly refers to Bartimaeus's physical healing and restoration of sight, sōzō also carries the broader meanings of "to save," "to deliver," or "to preserve." This dual meaning suggests that Bartimaeus experienced not only physical healing but also spiritual salvation, leading to his profound choice to follow Jesus as a true disciple.

Related Scriptures

The narrative of Bartimaeus resonates with other instances where faith was a prerequisite for healing, such as the woman with the issue of blood in Mark 5:34, to whom Jesus also said, "Daughter, thy faith hath made thee whole." Bartimaeus's immediate decision to follow Jesus "in the way" serves as a powerful example of true discipleship, echoing the initial call to follow Christ seen in Mark 1:17-18.

Practical Application

Mark 10:52 offers profound encouragement for believers today. It reminds us that our faith, when earnestly placed in Jesus, can lead to remarkable transformations, both physical and spiritual. It challenges us to approach God with persistence and confidence in prayer, trusting in His compassion and power. Furthermore, Bartimaeus's response to his healing—immediately following Jesus—serves as a model for our own lives: when we experience the saving grace of Christ, our natural response should be to leave our old ways behind and commit to walking with Him "in the way" of discipleship.

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Cross-References

  • Matthew 9:22 (8 votes)

    But Jesus turned him about, and when he saw her, he said, Daughter, be of good comfort; thy faith hath made thee whole. And the woman was made whole from that hour.

  • Luke 7:50 (5 votes)

    And he said to the woman, Thy faith hath saved thee; go in peace.

  • Mark 5:34 (5 votes)

    And he said unto her, Daughter, thy faith hath made thee whole; go in peace, and be whole of thy plague.

  • Mark 8:25 (5 votes)

    After that he put [his] hands again upon his eyes, and made him look up: and he was restored, and saw every man clearly.

  • John 9:32 (4 votes)

    Since the world began was it not heard that any man opened the eyes of one that was born blind.

  • Matthew 15:28 (4 votes)

    Then Jesus answered and said unto her, O woman, great [is] thy faith: be it unto thee even as thou wilt. And her daughter was made whole from that very hour.

  • Luke 8:2 (4 votes)

    And certain women, which had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities, Mary called Magdalene, out of whom went seven devils,