KJV ORIGINAL
But when he saw Jesus afar off, he ran and worshipped him,
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
But when he spotted Jesus from a distance, he ran straight to him and bowed down in worship.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes you recognize exactly who you need to run to.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of Mark, Jesus had just crossed the Sea of Galilee and arrived in the region of the Gerasenes, where He encountered a man severely possessed by demons. This man lived among the tombs, was incredibly strong, and could not be restrained by chains or shackles, making him a outcast in his community. The verse describes his immediate reaction when he saw Jesus from afar, running to Him and worshipping Him as a sign of recognition of Jesus' authority.
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