KJV ORIGINAL
And he looked round about to see her that had done this thing.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Jesus looked around the crowd, searching for whoever had just touched him.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Even in a packed crowd, Jesus notices when someone reaches out to him in faith.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of Mark, this verse is part of the story where Jesus is traveling through a crowded area in first-century Galilee, on his way to heal Jairus's daughter. A woman who had suffered from a chronic bleeding condition for twelve years secretly touches Jesus' garment in faith, hoping for healing, and Jesus senses that power has left him. He then looks around to identify her, demonstrating his awareness and compassion in a bustling public setting.
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