KJV ORIGINAL
And they came over unto the other side of the sea, into the country of the Gadarenes.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
So they crossed over to the other side of the lake and landed in Gadara territory.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes the journey takes you to completely new places.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of Mark, chapter 5 verse 1 describes Jesus and his disciples arriving in the region of the Gadarenes after crossing the Sea of Galilee, following the miracle of calming a storm. This area was part of the Decapolis, a federation of ten cities with a mostly Gentile population, which was unusual for Jesus' typical ministry among Jews. This crossing underscores Jesus' intention to extend his message and authority beyond Jewish territories to the Gentiles.
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