Mark 5:37

And he allowed no one to accompany him, except Peter, James, and John, the brother of James.

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In The King James Version

And he suffered no man to follow him, save Peter, and James, and John the brother of James.

In Context

36But Jesus, overhearing what they were saying, said to the synagogue leader, “Do not be afraid; only have faith.”

38Presently they reached the leader’s house, where Jesus saw a scene of confusion – people weeping and wailing incessantly.

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Cross References

Mark 14:33He took with him Peter, James, and John; and began to show signs of great dismay and deep distress of mind.

Acts 9:40But Peter sent everybody out of the room, and knelt down and prayed. Then, turning to the body, he said, “Tabitha! Stand up.” She opened her eyes, and, seeing Peter, sat up.

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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