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Faith with Limitations
Commentators note that Jairus's faith was both great and small. He believed Jesus could heal a dying child, but he also seemed to believe Jesus had to be physically present and lay hands on her. This shows that our faith doesn't need to be perfect for Jesus to respond. We can approach Him with genuine belief, even if our understanding is limited.
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Albert Barnes
On Mark 5:23
18th Century
Theologian
Lieth at the point of death. Is dying; in the last agonies.
AT Robertson
On Mark 5:23
My little daughter (το θυγατριον μου). Diminutive of θυγατηρ (Matthew 9:18). "This little endearing touch in the use o…
Charles Ellicott
On Mark 5:23
19th Century
Bishop
Lies at the point of death.—Literally, is at the last point; in extremis.
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Charles Spurgeon
On Mark 5:23
19th Century
Preacher
And besought him greatly, saying, My little daughter lieth at the point of death: I pray thee, come and lay thy hands on her, that she may be h…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Mark 5:23
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…
John Gill
On Mark 5:23
17th Century
Pastor
And besought him greatly
Used much importunity with him, and was very urgent in his requests:
say…
Matthew Henry
On Mark 5:21–34
17th Century
Minister
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…