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When they came to Jesus, they begged him earnestly, saying, "He is worthy for you to do this for him,
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A Persistent, Urgent Plea
Commentators highlight the intensity of the elders' request. The original Greek word for 'besought' implies a continuous action, meaning they 'kept on beseeching' Jesus. The word 'earnestly' suggests zeal and haste. Their persistent and passionate appeal shows how seriously they took the matter on the centurion's behalf.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
They besought him instantly. Urgently or earnestly.
He was worthy. The centurion. He had shown favour to the Jews, and it …
Besought (παρεκαλουν). Imperfect active, began and kept on beseeching. This is the same verb used by Matthew in Mt 8:5 of the cent…
19th Century
Anglican
They besought him instantly.—Better, earnestly, or urgently, the adverb “instantly” having practically lost the …
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And when they came to JesusTo that part of the city where he was; either at Peter's house, where he used to be when …
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We m…
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