Mark 5:38

And they went to the house of the ruler of the synagogue. And he saw a tumult, and weeping, and much wailing.

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In The King James Version

And he cometh to the house of the ruler of the synagogue, and seeth the tumult, and them that wept and wailed greatly.

In Context

37And he would not permit anyone to follow him, except Peter, and James, and John the brother of James.

39And entering, he said to them: “Why are you disturbed and weeping? The girl is not dead, but is asleep.”

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Cross References

Jeremiah 9:17Thus says the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel: “Consider and call upon the women mourners, and let them approach. And send to those women who are wise, and let them hurry.

Matthew 11:17who, calling out to their companions, say: ‘We played music for you, and you did not dance. We lamented, and you did not mourn.’

Luke 8:52Now all were weeping and mourning for her. But he said: “Do not weep. The girl is not dead, but only sleeping.”

Matthew Henry on Mark 5:36-43

The Daughter of Jairus Restored to Life. 35 While he yet spake, there came from the ruler of the synagogue's house certain which said, Thy daughter is dead: why troublest thou the Master any further? 36 As soon as Jesus heard the word that was spoken, he saith unto the ruler of the synagogue, Be not afraid, only believe. 37 And he suffered no man to follow him, save Peter, and James, and John the brother of James. 38 And he cometh to the house of the ruler of the synagogue, and seeth the tumult, and them that wept… Read the whole commentary →

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