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Simon and those who were with him followed after him;
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An Intense, Urgent Search
Scholars highlight the intensity of the disciples' pursuit. The Greek verb used, 'katediōxen,' can be translated as to 'hunt down' or 'chase after.' Led by Simon, they eagerly searched for Jesus, believing he was missing valuable opportunities with the crowds in Capernaum. Their action was driven by a desire to keep the healing and teaching ministry localized and popular.
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Followed after him (κατεδιωξεν αυτον). Hunted him out (Moffatt). Perfective use of the preposition κατα (down to the finish). The …
19th Century
Anglican
Simon and those who were with him.—This part of the narrative is also given by St. Luke, but not by St. Matthew. The definite stat…
Baptist
He went out, and departed into a solitary place, and there prayed. And Simon and they that were with him followed after him.
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Jesus, after a busy evening of healing and exorcisms, got up early the next morning and sought a quiet place to pray (cf. 6:46; 14:32–41). He was f…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And Simon, and they that were with him Peter, and his brother Andrew, together with James and John,
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Presbyterian
Wherever Christ comes, he comes to do good. He cures, so that we may minister to him, and to others who are his, and for his sake. Those kept from …
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