Mark 7:29
Arabic Bible AVDDV 1999 (الكتاب المقدس (تخفيف تشكيل))
فقالَ لها: «لأجلِ هذِهِ الكلِمَةِ، اذهَبي. قد خرجَ الشَّيطانُ مِنِ ابنَتِكِ».
What Does This Mean?
In this verse from Mark's Gospel, Jesus is talking to a woman whose daughter was possessed by an evil spirit. He tells her that because of her faith and words, the devil has left her daughter.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a toy that makes a mean sound when it gets broken. Someone fixes your toy with just their words because they believe they can do it. That's like what happened here - Jesus used his special power to fix this girl by saying some magic words!
Historical Background
The Gospel of Mark was written around AD 65-70, likely for a Gentile audience in Rome or Syrian Antioch. The narrative reflects the Jewish and Roman cultural setting of the first century.
Living It Out Today
Today, when we face challenges like illness or trouble at home, believing that God can help, just as this woman did with Jesus, can bring peace and healing to our situations.
Topics
faithhealingdeliverancedemon possessionJesus' powertrust in God
Related Verses
Matthew 8:28-34Acts 16:16-18Luke 4:31-37James 5:14-151 John 3:8
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is speaking in Mark 7:29?
Jesus is speaking to a woman whose daughter was possessed by an evil spirit, acknowledging her faith and confirming that the devil has left her daughter.
What does it mean when Jesus says 'the devil is gone out of thy daughter'?
It means that through Jesus' intervention and the woman's faith, her daughter was freed from demonic possession. This shows Jesus’ authority over evil spirits.
How can we apply this verse to our daily lives?
We can trust in God’s power to help us with any challenges we face, just as the woman trusted Jesus to heal her daughter through faith and his words.
What are some other instances of demon possession mentioned in the Bible?
Other examples include the Gerasene demoniac (Matthew 8:28-34), a slave girl in Philippi (Acts 16:16-18), and people Jesus healed from demonic possession throughout his ministry.