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They arrived at the country of the Gadarenes, which is opposite Galilee.
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Commentators note that Jesus and his disciples arrived in Gentile territory. While manuscripts differ on the exact name (Gerasenes, Gadarenes), scholars explain this isn't a contradiction but reflects regional naming. Luke's specific description, "over against Galilee," shows his care in providing geographical clarity for his non-Jewish audience.
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They arrived (κατεπλευσαν). First aorist active indicative of καταπλεω, common verb, but here only in the N.T. Literally,
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19th Century
Anglican
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