So Jesus had compassion on them, and touched their eyes: and immediately their eyes received sight, and they followed him.
Jesus felt their pain and gently touched their eyes. Right away, they could see perfectly, and they started following him.
Jesus doesn't just feel bad for you, he actually does something about it.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of Matthew's Gospel, this verse describes an event near the end of Jesus' ministry as he was traveling to Jerusalem from Jericho, where two blind men called out to him for mercy. These men, aware of the cultural prophecies about the Messiah, referred to Jesus as the Son of David, highlighting the Jewish expectation of a deliverer who would bring restoration. Jesus responded with compassion, healing them instantly and demonstrating his authority over physical ailments in a society where such miracles affirmed his messianic role.
Explore Similar Verses
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.