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He was preaching in the synagogues of Galilee.
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A Continuous Campaign
Scholars note the original Greek for "was preaching" describes a continuous, ongoing action. Jesus wasn't just giving isolated sermons; he was engaged in a sustained preaching tour throughout Galilee. This was the active fulfillment of his stated purpose to proclaim the good news of the kingdom of God.
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Was preaching (ην κηρυσσων). Periphrastic imperfect active, describing his first tour of Galilee in accord with the purpose just s…
19th Century
Anglican
And when it was . . .—Again we have a narrative omitted by St. Matthew, but common to St. Luke and St. Mark. See Notes on Mark 1:3…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And he preached in the synagogues of Galilee . ] In the several synagogues that were in different cities and towns t…
Presbyterian
Christ's preaching greatly affected the people, and an effective power accompanied it, reaching their consciences. These miracles showed Christ to …
