And one of the multitude answered and said, Master, I have brought unto thee my son, which hath a dumb spirit;
Someone from the crowd spoke up and said, 'Teacher, I brought my son to you, he's got this spirit that won't let him speak.'
A desperate dad brought his speechless son to Jesus, hoping for the miracle only he could give.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of Mark, this verse takes place shortly after Jesus' transfiguration on the mountain, where He revealed His divine glory to Peter, James, and John. As Jesus returns to the crowd, a father desperately seeks His help, bringing his son who is possessed by a spirit that causes muteness, reflecting the first-century Jewish belief in demonic influences on physical conditions. This event highlights Jesus' ongoing ministry of healing and deliverance amid His travels and teachings in Galilee.
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