New International VersionHe pleaded earnestly with him, “My little daughter is dying. Please come and put your hands on her so that she will be healed and live.”
New Living Translationpleading fervently with him. “My little daughter is dying,” he said. “Please come and lay your hands on her; heal her so she can live.”
English Standard Versionand implored him earnestly, saying, “My little daughter is at the point of death. Come and lay your hands on her, so that she may be made well and live.”
Berean Standard Bibleand pleaded with Him urgently, “My little daughter is near death. Please come and place Your hands on her, so that she will be healed and live.”
Berean Literal Bibleand he begs Him much, saying, "My little daughter is holding at the end, that having come, You would lay the hands on her, so that she might be cured, and she shall live."
King James BibleAnd 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 healed; and she shall live.
New King James Versionand begged Him earnestly, saying, “My little daughter lies at the point of death. Come and lay Your hands on her, that she may be healed, and she will live.”
New American Standard Bibleand pleaded with Him earnestly, saying, “My little daughter is at the point of death; please come and lay Your hands on her, so that she will get well and live.”
NASB 1995and implored Him earnestly, saying, “My little daughter is at the point of death; please come and lay Your hands on her, so that she will get well and live.”
NASB 1977 and entreated Him earnestly, saying, “My little daughter is at the point of death; please come and lay Your hands on her, that she may get well and live.”
Legacy Standard Bible and pleaded with Him earnestly, saying, “My little daughter is at the point of death; please come, that by coming, You may lay Your hands on her, so that she will be saved and live.”
Amplified Bibleand begged anxiously with Him, saying, “My little daughter is at the point of death; [please] come and lay Your hands on her, so that she will be healed and live.”
Christian Standard Bibleand begged him earnestly, “My little daughter is dying. Come and lay your hands on her so that she can get well and live.”
Holman Christian Standard Bibleand kept begging Him, “My little daughter is at death’s door. Come and lay Your hands on her so she can get well and live.”
American Standard Versionand beseecheth him much, saying, My little daughter is at the point of death: I pray thee, that thou come and lay thy hands on her, that she may be made whole, and live.
Contemporary English Versionand started begging him for help. He said, "My little daughter is about to die! Please come and touch her, so she will get well and live."
English Revised Versionand beseecheth him much, saying, My little daughter is at the point of death: I pray thee, that thou come and lay thy hands on her, that she may be made whole, and live.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationHe begged Jesus, "My little daughter is dying. Come, lay your hands on her so that she may get well and live."
Good News Translationand begged him earnestly, "My little daughter is very sick. Please come and place your hands on her, so that she will get well and live!"
International Standard Versionand begged him urgently, saying, "My little daughter is dying. Come and lay your hands on her so that she may get well and live."
NET BibleHe asked him urgently, "My little daughter is near death. Come and lay your hands on her so that she may be healed and live."
New Heart English Bibleand pleaded with him repeatedly, saying, "My little daughter is at the point of death. Please come and lay your hands on her, that she may be made healthy, and live."
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd 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 healed; and she will live.
Weymouth New Testamentand besought Him with many entreaties. "My little daughter," he said, "is at the point of death: I pray you come and lay your hands upon her, that she may recover and live." Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleand pleaded with Him urgently, “My little daughter is near death. Please come and place Your hands on her so that she will be healed, and she will live.”
World English Bibleand begged him much, saying, “My little daughter is at the point of death. Please come and lay your hands on her, that she may be made healthy, and live.” Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand he was calling on Him much, saying, “My little daughter is at the last extremity—that having come, You may lay on her [Your] hands, so that she may be saved, and she will live”;
Berean Literal Bibleand he begs Him much, saying, "My little daughter is holding at the end, that having come, You would lay the hands on her, so that she might be cured, and she shall live."
Young's Literal Translation and he was calling upon him much, saying -- 'My little daughter is at the last extremity -- that having come, thou mayest lay on her thy hands, so that she may be saved, and she shall live;'
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd he besought him much, saying, That my little daughter is at the last extremity: that, having come, thou Mightest put the hands upon her, so that she might be saved; and she shall live. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he besought him much, saying: My daughter is at the point of death, come, lay thy hand upon her, that she may be safe, and may live.
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd he beseeched him greatly, saying: “For my daughter is near the end. Come and lay your hand on her, so that she may be healthy and may live.”
New American Bibleand pleaded earnestly with him, saying, “My daughter is at the point of death. Please, come lay your hands on her that she may get well and live.”
New Revised Standard Versionand begged him repeatedly, “My little daughter is at the point of death. Come and lay your hands on her, so that she may be made well, and live.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd he beseeched him much and said to him, My daughter is very seriously ill; come and lay your hand on her, and she will be healed, and live.
Aramaic Bible in Plain EnglishAnd he was begging him greatly and he said to him, “My daughter has become very ill; come lay your hand upon her and she will be healed, and she will live.” NT Translations Anderson New Testamentand besought him earnestly, saying: My little daughter is at the point of death; come, lay thy hands on her, that she may be saved, and she will live.
Godbey New Testamentand intreats Him much saying, My little daughter is at the point of death: that coming He may lay hands on her, in order that she may be saved and live.
Haweis New Testamentand entreated him importunately, saying, My little daughter is at the last gasp; wilt thou come, and lay thy hands upon her, that she may recover, and she shall live.
Mace New Testamentand earnestly intreated him, saying, "my little daughter is at the last extremity, pray come and lay thy hands on her, that she may be healed, and live."
Weymouth New Testamentand besought Him with many entreaties. "My little daughter," he said, "is at the point of death: I pray you come and lay your hands upon her, that she may recover and live."
Worrell New Testamentand beseeches Him much, saying, "My little daughter is extremely ill; I pray that, coming, Thou wilt lay Thy hands upon her, that she may be healed and live."
Worsley New Testamentand earnestly intreated Him, saying, My little daughter is at the point of death, I beseech thee that thou wouldst come and lay thy hands on her, that she may be healed, and she will live.
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Context The Healing Touch of Jesus… 22A synagogue leader named Jairus arrived, and seeing Jesus, he fell at His feet 23and pleaded with Him urgently, “My little daughter is near death. Please come and place Your hands on her, so that she will be healed and live.” 24So Jesus went with him, and a large crowd followed and pressed around Him.…
Cross References Matthew 9:18While Jesus was saying these things, a synagogue leader came and knelt before Him. “My daughter has just died,” he said. “But come and place Your hand on her, and she will live.”
Luke 8:41-42Just then a synagogue leader named Jairus came and fell at Jesus’ feet. He begged Him to come to his house, / because his only daughter, who was about twelve, was dying. As Jesus went with him, the crowds pressed around Him,
John 4:47When he heard that Jesus had come from Judea to Galilee, he went and begged Him to come down and heal his son, who was about to die.
Matthew 15:22-28And a Canaanite woman from that region came to Him, crying out, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on me! My daughter is miserably possessed by a demon.” / But Jesus did not answer a word. So His disciples came and urged Him, “Send her away, for she keeps crying out after us.” / He answered, “I was sent only to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.” ...
Luke 7:2-10There a highly valued servant of a centurion was sick and about to die. / When the centurion heard about Jesus, he sent some Jewish elders to ask Him to come and heal his servant. / They came to Jesus and pleaded with Him earnestly, “This man is worthy to have You grant this, ...
John 11:3So the sisters sent word to Jesus, “Lord, the one You love is sick.”
Matthew 8:5-13When Jesus had entered Capernaum, a centurion came and pleaded with Him, / “Lord, my servant lies at home, paralyzed and in terrible agony.” / “I will go and heal him,” Jesus replied. ...
2 Kings 4:32-35When Elisha reached the house, there was the boy lying dead on his bed. / So he went in, closed the door behind the two of them, and prayed to the LORD. / Then Elisha got on the bed and lay on the boy, mouth to mouth, eye to eye, and hand to hand. As he stretched himself out over him, the boy’s body became warm. ...
1 Kings 17:21-22Then he stretched himself out over the child three times and cried out to the LORD, “O LORD my God, please let this boy’s life return to him!” / And the LORD listened to the voice of Elijah, and the child’s life returned to him, and he lived.
Acts 9:40-41Then Peter sent them all out of the room. He knelt down and prayed, and turning toward her body, he said, “Tabitha, get up!” She opened her eyes, and seeing Peter, she sat up. / Peter took her by the hand and helped her up. Then he called the saints and widows and presented her to them alive.
Acts 20:9-12And a certain young man named Eutychus, seated in the window, was sinking into a deep sleep as Paul talked on and on. When he was sound asleep, he fell from the third story and was picked up dead. / But Paul went down, threw himself on the young man, and embraced him. “Do not be alarmed!” he said. “He is still alive!” / Then Paul went back upstairs, broke bread, and ate. And after speaking until daybreak, he departed. ...
James 5:14-15Is any one of you sick? He should call the elders of the church to pray over him and anoint him with oil in the name of the Lord. / And the prayer offered in faith will restore the one who is sick. The Lord will raise him up. If he has sinned, he will be forgiven.
Psalm 30:2O LORD my God, I cried to You for help, and You healed me.
Psalm 107:19-20Then they cried out to the LORD in their trouble, and He saved them from their distress. / He sent forth His word and healed them; He rescued them from the Pit.
Isaiah 38:1-5In those days Hezekiah became mortally ill. The prophet Isaiah son of Amoz came to him and said, “This is what the LORD says: ‘Put your house in order, for you are about to die; you will not recover.’” / Then Hezekiah turned his face to the wall and prayed to the LORD, / saying, “Please, O LORD, remember how I have walked before You faithfully and with wholehearted devotion; I have done what is good in Your sight.” And Hezekiah wept bitterly. ...
Mark 7:25-27 For a certain woman, whose young daughter had an unclean spirit, heard of him, and came and fell at his feet: … Mark 9:21,22 And he asked his father, How long is it ago since this came unto him? And he said, Of a child… 2 Samuel 12:15,16 And Nathan departed unto his house. And the LORD struck the child that Uriah's wife bare unto David, and it was very sick… lay thy hands. Mark 6:5,6,13 And he could there do no mighty work, save that he laid his hands upon a few sick folk, and healed them… Mark 16:18 They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover. 2 Kings 5:11 But Naaman was wroth, and went away, and said, Behold, I thought, He will surely come out to me, and stand, and call on the name of the LORD his God, and strike his hand over the place, and recover the leper. Jump to Previous Begged Besought Daughter Death Earnestly Entreaties Extremity Greatly Hands Healed Healthy Implored Last Lieth Little Mayest Pleaded Please Point Prayer Prayers Recover Saved Shouldest Strong WholeJump to Next Begged Besought Daughter Death Earnestly Entreaties Extremity Greatly Hands Healed Healthy Implored Last Lieth Little Mayest Pleaded Please Point Prayer Prayers Recover Saved Shouldest Strong WholeMark 5 1. Jesus delivering the possessed of the legion of demons,13. they enter into the pigs.22. He is entreated by Jairus to go and heal his daughter.25. He heals the woman subject to bleeding,35. and raises Jairus' daughter from death.and pleaded with Him urgentlyThis phrase highlights the desperation and faith of Jairus, a synagogue leader, who approaches Jesus with a pressing request. In the cultural context of the time, a synagogue leader was a respected figure, yet Jairus humbles himself before Jesus, indicating his belief in Jesus' authority and power. The urgency reflects the dire situation and the deep love a father has for his child. This act of pleading is reminiscent of other biblical figures who approached God with earnest petitions, such as Hannah in 1 Samuel 1:10-11. “My little daughter is near death. Jairus' reference to his "little daughter" emphasizes the personal and emotional nature of his plea. The term "little" suggests not only her young age but also the tender affection he holds for her. The mention of her being "near death" underscores the critical nature of the situation, creating a sense of urgency and desperation. This mirrors other instances in the Gospels where individuals seek Jesus' help in life-threatening situations, such as the centurion's servant in Matthew 8:5-13. Please come and place Your hands on her, The request for Jesus to "place Your hands on her" reflects the common belief in the healing power of touch, which was prevalent in Jewish and Greco-Roman cultures. Laying on of hands was a traditional Jewish practice for blessing and healing, as seen in Genesis 48:14 and Numbers 27:18. This act symbolizes the transfer of power and blessing, and Jairus' request indicates his faith in Jesus' ability to heal through physical touch. so that she will be healed and live.” Jairus expresses his faith in Jesus' power to heal and restore life, demonstrating a belief in Jesus' divine authority over sickness and death. This expectation of healing and life is a recurring theme in the Gospels, where Jesus performs numerous miracles, affirming His role as the Messiah and the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies about the coming of a healer and savior, such as in Isaiah 53:4-5. Jairus' faith is a testament to the belief that Jesus is the source of life, echoing John 11:25 where Jesus declares Himself the resurrection and the life. Persons / Places / Events 1. JairusA synagogue leader, a man of significant religious standing in the Jewish community. His approach to Jesus demonstrates humility and desperation, as he seeks healing for his daughter. 2. JesusCentral figure in the Gospel, known for His miraculous healings and teachings. In this passage, He is approached by Jairus for His healing power. 3. Jairus' DaughterThe young girl who is critically ill, representing innocence and the dire need for divine intervention. 4. The SynagogueWhile not directly mentioned in this verse, Jairus' role as a synagogue leader implies the setting of a Jewish religious community. 5. The CrowdAlthough not explicitly mentioned in this verse, the surrounding context indicates that a large crowd was present, witnessing the interaction between Jairus and Jesus. Teaching Points Faith in ActionJairus' approach to Jesus is a powerful example of faith in action. Despite his status, he humbles himself and earnestly seeks Jesus' help, demonstrating that true faith often requires humility and desperation. The Power of IntercessionJairus intercedes on behalf of his daughter, showing the importance of praying and seeking God's intervention for others in need. Jesus' CompassionThis passage highlights Jesus' willingness to respond to those who seek Him earnestly, illustrating His compassionate nature and readiness to heal. The Role of Desperation in FaithSometimes, it is in our moments of greatest desperation that our faith is most clearly demonstrated. Jairus' plea is a reminder that God hears us in our most urgent times of need. The Importance of BeliefJairus' belief in Jesus' power to heal is crucial. This passage encourages believers to trust in Jesus' ability to intervene in seemingly hopeless situations. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Mark 5:23?
2. How does Mark 5:23 demonstrate faith in Jesus' healing power today?
3. What can we learn about desperation and faith from Jairus in Mark 5:23?
4. How does Mark 5:23 connect to other healing miracles in the Gospels?
5. How can we apply Jairus' approach to Jesus in our prayer life?
6. What does Jairus' plea in Mark 5:23 teach about seeking Jesus in crises?
7. How does Mark 5:23 demonstrate faith in Jesus' healing power?
8. What historical evidence supports the events described in Mark 5:23?
9. How does Mark 5:23 challenge modern views on miracles?
10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Mark 5?
11. How was the woman with the issue of blood healed?
12. Was Jairus' daughter dead when Jesus met him? Matthew 9:18 says yes, Mark 5:23 says no.
13. What does the Bible say about faith healing?
14. In Mark 6:5, why would an all-powerful Jesus be unable to perform miracles in His hometown due to their unbelief?What Does Mark 5:23 Mean Pleaded with Him urgently- Jairus, a synagogue ruler, falls at Jesus’ feet and “pleads with Him urgently” (Mark 5:22-23). - The posture is one of complete dependence—no bargaining, no entitlement, only desperate begging. Compare: • Mark 1:40 – the leper “begged Him on his knees.” • Mark 7:26 – the Syrophoenician woman “kept asking Him.” - Urgency underscores genuine faith that Christ—and Christ alone—can act in this critical moment (Hebrews 4:16). My little daughter is near death- Jairus identifies the sufferer: “My little daughter.” The affection is tender and personal. - Her condition is dire, “near death,” highlighting the severity of the crisis. • Psalm 103:13 – “As a father has compassion on his children…” • John 4:49 – another parent cries, “Sir, come down before my child dies!” - Sickness and death are not abstractions here; Scripture records real human pain to show the need for a real Savior (Romans 8:22). Please come- Jairus wants Jesus physically present. His faith is directed to the person of Christ, not a formula. • John 11:21 – Martha: “Lord, if You had been here…” • Matthew 8:7 – Jesus’ willingness to go: “I will come and heal him.” - The plea reveals that proximity to Jesus is perceived as life-giving—an intuition Scripture consistently affirms (Psalm 16:11). Place Your hands on her- Touch in the Gospels conveys compassion and authority. Jairus trusts that Jesus’ hands transmit divine power. • Mark 1:41 – Jesus “touched” the leper. • Luke 4:40 – “He laid His hands on each of them and healed them.” - The father does not ask for a word from a distance (as the centurion did) but for personal contact, reflecting the multifaceted ways Christ meets faith. So that she will be healed and live- The goal is twofold: healing (restoration of body) and life (continuation of existence). • Mark 5:34 – “your faith has healed you.” • John 11:25 – Jesus: “I am the resurrection and the life.” • Psalm 118:17 – “I shall not die, but live and declare the works of the LORD.” - Jairus believes Jesus’ touch overturns impending death—an early hint of the resurrection power fully revealed later (John 10:10). summaryMark 5:23 captures a father’s urgent, faith-filled request: he begs Jesus, lays out his daughter’s desperate state, invites the Lord’s presence, asks for a healing touch, and expects life to triumph over death. The verse showcases raw dependence on Christ, confidence in His compassionate authority, and an unwavering belief that when Jesus intervenes, the dying can live. (23) Lieth at the point of death.--Literally, is at the last point; in extremis.
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Greek andκαὶ (kai)Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. pleaded withπαρακαλεῖ (parakalei)Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 3870: From para and kaleo; to call near, i.e. Invite, invoke.Himαὐτὸν (auton)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Singular Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.urgently,πολλὰ (polla)Adjective - Accusative Neuter Plural Strong's 4183: Much, many; often. “Myμου (mou)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.little daughterθυγάτριόν (thygatrion)Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular Strong's 2365: A little (young) daughter. From thugater; a daughterling.isἔχει (echei)Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 2192: To have, hold, possess. Including an alternate form scheo skheh'-o; a primary verb; to hold.near death.ἐσχάτως (eschatōs)Adverb Strong's 2079: Adverb from eschatos; finally, i.e. at the extremity of life.[Please]ἵνα (hina)Conjunction Strong's 2443: In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.comeἐλθὼν (elthōn)Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2064: To come, go. [and] placeἐπιθῇς (epithēs)Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 2nd Person Singular Strong's 2007: To put, place upon, lay on; I add, give in addition. From epi and tithemi; to impose.[Your]τὰς (tas)Article - Accusative Feminine Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.handsχεῖρας (cheiras)Noun - Accusative Feminine Plural Strong's 5495: A hand. on her,αὐτῇ (autē)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Feminine 3rd Person Singular Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.so thatἵνα (hina)Conjunction Strong's 2443: In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.she will be healedσωθῇ (sōthē)Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 4982: To save, heal, preserve, rescue. From a primary sos; to save, i.e. Deliver or protect.andκαὶ (kai)Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. live.”ζήσῃ (zēsē)Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 2198: To live, be alive. A primary verb; to live.
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