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Behold, one of the rulers of the synagogue, Jairus by name, came; and seeing him, he fell at his feet,
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Humility from a High Position
Commentators highlight the significance of Jairus's actions. As a respected 'ruler of the synagogue,' a lay administrator, it was unusual for him to publicly fall at Jesus' feet. This act shows that no position is too high to require humble dependence on Christ, especially in a moment of great need.
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19th Century
Anglican
And, behold, there cometh one of the rulers.—See Notes on Matthew 9:18-25, where the narrative is found in a different co…
Baptist
And when Jesus was passed over again by ship unto the other side, much people gathered unto him: and he was nigh unto the sea. And, behold, –
On the west side of the lake again, Jesus was probably busy teaching when he was interrupted by the plea of someone who belonged to the Jewish grou…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And behold, there comes one of the rulers of the synagogue Having heard of his return…
Presbyterian
A despised gospel will go where it will be better received. One of the rulers of a synagogue earnestly pleaded with Christ for a little daughter, a…
