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And he touched her hand, and the fever left her, and she arose and ministered to them.
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{"arr":[{"author-name":"Jerome of Stridon","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c88dcd3432c6dd41375498_Jerome%20of%20Stridon.png","category":"Holy Fathers and Teachers","century":4,"exegesis-text":"The woman’s hand receives a touch, and upon her healing, her sinful affliction vanishes. Human nature reveals that after a fever, the body often becomes even weaker, and as health is restored, the lingering consequences of the illness may appear. Yet, the healing bestowed by the Lord restores everything completely. The mother-in-law was not merely healed; to illustrate her complete recovery of strength, it is noted: And she arose and ministered unto them. The very hand that had been touched and healed now serves in ministry."},{"author-name":"John Chrysostom","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c88ea76859f9f8e2ffd3ee_John%20Chrysostom.png","category":"Holy Fathers and Teachers","century":4,"exegesis-text":"When He reached out to the body, He not only alleviated the fever but also restored the person's health. Given that the ailment was minor, He demonstrated His ability to heal in a manner beyond the capacity of medical practice. It is well understood that recovering from sickness can take considerable time, even after the fever has subsided. However, everything returned to normal instantly in this instance. Similarly, during His time on the sea, He not only calmed the winds and the tempest but also promptly silenced the very motion of the waves, which was indeed remarkable. Normally, even after the storm has passed, the waves continue to roll for some time. Yet, with Christ, everything came to a standstill simultaneously. This reflects precisely what occurred with the woman in question. The evangelist notes, 'She rose up and served Him,' indicating both the authority of Christ and the woman's response to Him. Thus, we can observe that Christ, through the faith of some, brings healing to others, as seen when others sought His help, similar to what occurred with the centurion's child. Nevertheless, He shows favor unless the individual seeking healing remains in unbelief, which may be due to an inability to approach Him owing to illness or a lack of understanding and maturity regarding His true nature."},{"author-name":"Augustine of Hippo","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c88950a5c988a4fc06c7ae_Augustine%20of%20Hippo.png","category":"Holy Fathers and Teachers","century":5,"exegesis-text":"Matthew narrates an incident involving Jesus visiting Peter's home, where He encountered Peter's mother-in-law suffering from a fever. Upon touching her hand, the fever departed, and she then rose to serve them. The timeline of this event is not explicitly stated by Matthew—whether it occurred before or after another event remains uncertain. We can be sure, however, that it did not follow the healing of the centurion's servant. This ambiguity invites contemplation regarding the precise timing. Matthew may have included this event after initially overlooking it. For instance, Mark recounts the healing of Peter's mother-in-law prior to the story of the leper's healing, placing it in a different sequence after the Sermon on the Mount, which he does not mention. Luke, on the other hand, mentions Peter's mother-in-law after the same healing described by Mark, yet before elaborating on the Sermon, which aligns with Matthew's portrayal of it on the mount.\\n\\nThe significance of an event's positioning or the potential rearrangement in the account should not distract from the overarching truth. Each Gospel writer, though differing in order, does not contradict the others or themselves. Remembering events in precise detail can be a challenge, as our recollections are often influenced by chance rather than strict personal control. It is quite plausible that each evangelist chose to narrate based on what God brought to their remembrance. Ultimately, the varying orders of their accounts do not undermine the gospel's truth or significance.\\n\\nIf someone fervently questions why the Holy Spirit permitted each Gospel writer to organize their narratives differently, it is within the capability of one guided by God to explore such inquiries. However, this exploration is not the focus of our current endeavor, which aims to demonstrate that the evangelists maintain internal and mutual consistency, regardless of the sequence chosen for recounting similar events or sayings. When chronological clarity is lacking, the particular choice made by each Gospel writer becomes less critical. Conversely, in cases where the sequence appears contradictory, careful examination and interpretation become necessary."},{"author-name":"Theophylact of Bulgaria","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c8989296bafed9104677d7_Theophylact%20of%20Bulgaria.png","category":"Holy Fathers and Teachers","century":11,"exegesis-text":"He entered the home of Peter to partake in a meal; and upon taking her hand, He not only alleviated the fever but also restored her to complete health, enabling her strength to be renewed so that she could serve. We recognize that recovery from illness typically requires a significant amount of time for the afflicted to regain their vigor. While other Gospel writers indicate that the Lord was requested to heal the sick woman, Matthew, favoring conciseness, chose not to include this detail. As mentioned earlier, each writer sometimes omits aspects that others include. It is also important to understand that marriage does not impede the pursuit of virtue, as the foremost of the apostles had a mother-in-law."},{"author-name":"Euthymios Zigabenos","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c96d263b8c22d9c467bdab_no-pic-theosis.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":11,"exegesis-text":"The individual who had been lying down stood up and began to serve Him. You marvel at the Lord's humility, how He entered the humble abode of a fisherman without hesitation, honoring the disciple while simultaneously teaching us the value of humility. When He touched her hand, He not only removed the fever but instantly brought her back to complete health, as she arose and began to serve; typically, even after a fever has passed, it takes considerable time for the ill to regain their previous strength. On the sea, He not only calmed the tempest but silenced the waves as well; ordinarily, after a storm, the waves continue to move for an extended period. Thus, Christ demonstrated the ability not only to eliminate the burden of illness but also to restore one to their original well-being."},{"author-name":"Abbot Panteleimon about the Trinity","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c96d263b8c22d9c467bdab_no-pic-theosis.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"The Lord, seeking to demonstrate His affection for the humble apostle and to strengthen their bond, also aimed to encourage his family to distance themselves from Simon. He approached the sick woman’s bedside, stood over her, and touched her hand. As the Evangelist Mark narrates, He lifted her up and commanded the affliction to leave. Consequently, not only did the illness vanish, but as St. Chrysostom notes, her health was fully restored. She rose and began to serve them, immediately preparing the evening meal for the Lord and His disciples. St. Chrysostom comments that this action illustrated Christ's authority and the eagerness of the woman to serve Him. This instance shows how Christ can heal one person through the faith of others, similar to how intercession was made for the centurion's servant."},{"author-name":"Gladkow B.I.","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c88bf0ceef8c96e09a6521_Gladkow%20B.I..png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"The healing that took place, much like all instances of Christ restoring the sick, occurred instantaneously: the fever instantly departed from her, allowing her to begin serving them (Mark 1:31). A fever, particularly one that is intense, severely depletes the strength of the afflicted, making it difficult for the individual to rise from bed and walk without assistance. In the case of Simon's mother-in-law, who was healed from a severe fever, she arose and began to minister to them (Luke 4:39); thus, not only did her illness leave her, but her vitality, diminished during her sickness, was also restored. This aspect underscores the uniqueness of the miracle that Jesus enacted for the mother of Simon Peter."},{"author-name":"Lopuchin A.P.","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c891400ee1341634d2276d_Lopuchin%20A.P..png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"After leaving the synagogue, Christ arrived at the home of Simon, where He encountered urgent requests for assistance due to illness and affliction. Simon, already chosen to be an apostle, was married, and his mother-in-law was suffering from a severe fever. The distressed family turned to the Lord for His aid. The Savior approached the ailing woman, took her by the hand, lifted her up, and commanded the fever to depart. His authoritative voice, penetrating her very being, conquered the roots of her ailment. Instantly healed, she rose and began to serve them at the table."},{"author-name":"Paul Matwejewski","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c8969f5be0d592d5a10576_Paul%20Matwejewski.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"They quickly informed the Lord about the ailing woman and sought His assistance. Ever merciful and full of compassion, He promptly responded to their plea: He approached the sick woman, took her by the hand, and raised her up, causing the fever to depart immediately. She was fully healed, got out of bed, and began attending to household tasks, preparing the evening meal for the Lord and His disciples, or as the Evangelist describes, rising and serving Him. This act was not only indicative of the woman's devotion to Christ but also a testament to Christ's power, which restored her to vitality. This miracle further reinforced the disciples’ belief in the higher calling of their Master, brought comfort to Simon, and instilled in his family a greater willingness to part from him, as they were now called to follow the Lord."},{"author-name":"Bogolepow D.P.","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c96d263b8c22d9c467bdab_no-pic-theosis.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"After leaving the synagogue, Christ visited the home of Simon and Andrew, who hailed from Bethsaida (John 1:44). At that location, Simon's mother-in-law was gravely afflicted by a fever, prompting them to urgently seek the Lord's assistance for her. When Jesus arrived, He reached out to her, taking her by the hand (Mark) and commanding the fever to depart (Luke)."},{"author-name":"Alexander Gorsky","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c8884037c1e1c51e1332e2_Alexander%20Gorsky.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"The Savior chose to dine on the Sabbath at the home of Simon. In doing so, He seemed to want to demonstrate His deep love for Simon, aiming to strengthen their bond and loosen the connections that still tethered him to his family. To encourage his family to accept this separation from Simon, He immediately healed his mother-in-law, who was suffering greatly from a high fever, upon His arrival."}]}
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