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Luke 8:40

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And it came to pass, that, when Jesus was returned, the people gladly received him: for they were all waiting for him.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

When Jesus came back, the crowd was so excited to see him, they'd all been waiting there for him to return.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Sometimes the best feeling is knowing people are genuinely happy when you show up.

📚 Historical Context

In the Gospel of Luke, this verse occurs as Jesus returns from the region of the Gerasenes, where he had just performed a dramatic miracle by casting demons out of a possessed man. The people in Galilee, who had witnessed or heard about his earlier teachings and healings, were eagerly awaiting his return, reflecting the growing excitement and curiosity surrounding his ministry. This event highlights the social and spiritual context of Jesus' travels, where crowds gathered in anticipation of his transformative presence.

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