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And he arose, and went into his house.
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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":"Moreover, the spirit that has become at ease, when it rises and regains its former vigor, will bear its mat, which it once lay upon in disrepair, and will take it to the abode of its virtues."},{"author-name":"Hilarius of Poitiers","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c88cb92f12b3278598f946_Hilarius%20of%20Poitiers.png","category":"Holy Fathers and Teachers","century":4,"exegesis-text":"The situation should have evoked awe rather than dread; nonetheless, an element of mystery lingered. The current reality was intertwined with a vision of what was to come. As a result, the crowd trembled before the authority of the Lord's commands and miraculous deeds. Genuine trepidation arises from contemplating death while still burdened by sins that Christ has not redeemed, for entry into the everlasting kingdom is granted only through the gracious forgiveness of transgressions. Witnessing these events, the people were filled with wonder and praised God for bestowing such power upon humanity. Everything was fulfilled in due course, and once the torment of hopelessness faded, God was rightly revered for empowering mankind. However, this honor was due solely to Christ, who shares the same divine essence as the Father. The people were not astonished by the Lord's ability to perform these acts (for who can doubt God's omnipotence?), but their worship stemmed from the authority and means provided to humanity through His divine message: the authority to forgive sins, the resurrection of the dead, and the promise of returning to heaven."},{"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":"This expression may be considered incomplete; it omits the word \\"behold.\\" He wishes for you to understand that the one who appears to be merely a man possesses divine authority, look. The phrase \\"on earth\\" might be understood either literally or as a reference to His earthly ministry. Thus, He speaks of Himself in this manner. Since the forgiveness of sins involves an unseen confirmation, and the healing of the paralytic through His authority required a visible demonstration, He performs the visible to substantiate the unseen; by doing this, He establishes a firm connection between the two, assuring that if He is capable of one, He must also be capable of the other. To demonstrate that the body had gained strength, He instructed him to carry his bed, ensuring that the miracle would not be mistaken for an illusion. He sent him home, both to avoid garnering personal accolades by remaining in that place and to provide undeniable witnesses of his healing—those who had seen his suffering, thereby giving them a reason to believe in Him."},{"author-name":"Nicephoros (Theotokis)","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c8958407451968d9c204fb_Nicephoros%20(Theotokis).png","category":"Christian Authors","century":18,"exegesis-text":"O wondrous signs! The Word of God has stirred the vital breath, invigorated the limbs, united the flesh, and revitalized the body. He who is confined to his bed awakens, he who has yet to stand rises up, he who is weak finds strength, and he who is unable to move elevates the stretcher onto his shoulders, then sets it down to walk home. Who else possesses such power but God Himself? (Mark 2:12)."},{"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":"He arose, took his mat, and returned home, moving swiftly through the throng of people who were confined by their circumstances. St. Philaret of Moscow poses an interesting question: what brought greater joy to the paralytic, the announcement of his forgiven sins or the command to rise and walk? It seems to me that the declaration of forgiveness was just as uplifting, reflecting the truth that the well-being of the soul is of greater significance than the health of the body. The miracle was now evident to all; the Lord transformed spectators of the affliction into witnesses of complete restoration, healing this individual's condition. As if addressing the healed man directly, He seemed to imply: through your own ailment, I aim to heal those who consider themselves well but are truly ailing in spirit; however, since they are resistant to my message, return home and guide those who await you there. This emphasizes the Lord's role as the Creator of both soul and body. He restored the sick man, addressing his afflictions both spiritually and physically, and unveiled the unseen truths through the visible miracle."},{"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":"Immediately, the strength that had been absent returned to the ailing man; he rose before everyone and not only walked on his own but also carried the mat he had been lying on, demonstrating to all his total restoration."},{"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":"People from throughout the city gathered around the entrance of His humble home, bringing both those possessed by demons and the afflicted with various illnesses, and Christ, moved by the suffering of humanity, healed them. The crowd was so immense that not everyone in need of healing could enter the Savior's dwelling. One paralytic was lowered to Him through the broken roof, demonstrating remarkable courage that revealed the strength of his faith. As a result of this faith, he received not only physical restoration but also the pardon of his sins."},{"author-name":"Paul Matwejewski","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c8969f5be0d592d5a10576_Paul%20Matwejewski.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"Let us understand that the Son of Man possesses the power on earth to forgive sins. He then addressed the paralytic, proclaiming, “I say to you, arise, take up your bed, and go to your house.” He instructed him to carry his burdens so that the spectators would not dismiss this event as a mere fantasy, and so those who viewed Christ as an ordinary individual, though surpassing all in greatness, could witness the miracle together. The paralytic instantly rose in front of the crowd, took up his stretcher, and, praising God, returned home."},{"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":"The typical layout of Jewish homes featured a central courtyard surrounded by residential buildings. This courtyard was generally exposed to the elements, but during bad weather, it could be covered with wooden panels, leather, or fabric. The roofs of these homes were flat, accessible via stairs from the courtyard or street. Frequently, the roofs of adjacent houses were interconnected, separated only by a permitted railing as prescribed in Deuteronomy 22:8. \\n\\nIn terms of construction, roofs were generally comprised of a thick layer of reeds placed atop the ceiling boards, followed by brushwood, a substantial layer of earth, and sometimes tiled for further shelter. This style of eastern houses aligns well with the descriptions given by the Evangelists, regardless of whether Christ was on the roof or in the courtyard. As recounted in Mark 2:4, those who brought the paralytic took considerable effort to break through the roof (εξορυξαντες). This suggests they may have dismantled the tiles and removed the earth and ceiling beneath.\\n\\nThe bed or mat on which the paralyzed man was transported was likely lightweight, enabling the healed individual to carry it, akin to a portable mat suitable for resting during travel. Acknowledging the faith of the man's bearers, Jesus addressed the paralytic, saying, “Child, your sins are forgiven you.” The Pharisees who were present perceived this as an act of blasphemy, arguing that only God has the authority to grant forgiveness of sins. In response, Christ articulated that healing a sick person and forgiving sins are equally significant acts of divine power. Therefore, if they could affirm His ability to heal, they ought to recognize His authority to forgive sins as well.\\n\\nTo prevent the Pharisees from doubting the authenticity of His proclamation, Jesus instructed the healed man, “Arise, take up your bed, and go into your house.” The immediate fulfillment of His command would have led the Pharisees to infer that His earlier statement of forgiveness also bore genuine weight. The phrase “Son of man on earth” stands in contrast to the understanding of the Pharisees that God resides in heaven."},{"author-name":"Alexander Gorsky","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c8884037c1e1c51e1332e2_Alexander%20Gorsky.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"After the Lord proclaimed such profound words to all present, which would have been deemed blasphemous from any miracle worker at that time, He not only continued unhindered but also instructed the paralytic to rise from his mat. His declaration infused the sick man, who had nothing, with life-giving energy; the invalid stood up, gathered enough strength to carry his own mat, and walked through the thronging crowd. Was there any clearer indication of His identity and a stronger affirmation of the truth of His words? The forgiveness of sins? The people of Judah had received many messengers from God, yet none had taken on such a weighty assignment. John baptized for repentance, but he did not provide the remission of sins. In the temple, sins were addressed—not fully—through the offering of sacrifices. The Lord, having within Himself the power to cleanse human transgressions by His divine authority and His unyielding intention to atone for sin with His own blood, alone had the authority to declare in such a manner, without invoking the mercy of the Father or utilizing any common means of purification, 'Your sins are forgiven you...'."},{"author-name":"Philaret of Moscow (Drosdow)","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c896ffb7a2ebaf99e46539_Philaret%20of%20Moscow%20(Drosdow).png","category":"Holy Fathers and Teachers","century":19,"exegesis-text":"The third miraculous act of Christ the Savior in the narrative presented is the act of healing. It is important to note that the healing word of the Lord was not the first to emerge and take effect before the word that offers forgiveness for sins. There is a clear link between the affliction of the soul and that of the body; indeed, physical healing would be obstructed by the sins of the soul unless these were first removed. The illness of the soul needed to be addressed to prevent it from contaminating the body. The unclean shadows of the soul had to be dispelled so that the pure light of God could draw near and restore health to the body. Have you ever lamented that in our current times, miraculous healings and divine favors seem less frequent or evident compared to those seen in the Gospel? This feeling of sorrow should be redirected inward, towards our own shortcomings in faith and our need for purification from sin. “Your sins separate you from God” (Isaiah 59:2), states the prophet. The compassionate God wishes to come closer and bestow His goodness upon you, but your sins create a darkness that prevents you from receiving His illuminating grace. Diligently strive to cleanse your soul from sin; cultivate a space within where the life-giving word can declare, “Your sins are forgiven.” This will undoubtedly lead to a renewed flow of divine blessings, often manifesting in clear and wondrous ways."}]}
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