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Matthew
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And Jesus rebuked him, and the devil went out of him, and the child was cured from that hour.
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He commanded both the afflicted individual to regain his right mind and the demon to vacate. The demon will depart from him, and from that moment, the young man will be made whole. This is a clear teaching. The mute and deaf spirit inhabits everyone who fails to proclaim and heed the Divine words and Scriptures. The demon drives such individuals into the flames of anger and lust, or sometimes into the turbulent waters of various desires."},{"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":"Jesus instructed him not to speak. Who is he? The one afflicted by madness. This illustrates that as an unbeliever, his lack of faith permitted the demon to take hold of 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":"The Evangelist Mark presents instances that St. Matthew did not include. He recounts how Jesus inquired of the father regarding the duration of his son’s affliction, asking, \\"How long has he been suffering?\\" (Mark 9:21). The father replied that the torment had been ongoing since the onset of his condition. This inquiry was aimed at revealing the protracted nature of the illness, highlighting that chronic ailments become increasingly difficult to heal over time. Furthermore, Mark notes that the father expressed, \\"But if you can, help us, having compassion on us\\" (Mark 9:22). These statements indicate a struggle with skepticism and disbelief. In response, Jesus assured him, \\"If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes\\" (Mark 9:23). This underscores the boundless power inherent in genuine faith. Indeed, He emphasizes that belief is crucial for healing, echoing sentiments similar to those of Rabbi Akiba, who suggested that faith itself could restore the son. Upon hearing this, the father of the boy cried out in desperation, \\"I believe; help my unbelief!\\" (Mark 9:24). These words reflect a sincere attempt at repentance stemming from his earlier doubts; his tears serve as evidence of this transformation. The evangelist then depicts a scene where, upon Jesus commanding the unclean spirit to depart, it cried out fiercely and caused the boy great suffering before ultimately leaving him. Many observers claimed he appeared lifeless, as recorded (Mark 9:26). The beloved physician Luke further noted that the spirit had been tormenting the boy prior to Jesus’ command, affirming that the demon threw him into convulsions (Luke 9:42). Jesus did not intervene merely for dramatic effect in front of the gathered crowd, but rather to foster belief in the father himself; witnessing the demon's violent behavior and Jesus' authoritative command would encourage him to acknowledge the miraculous healing. Mark conveys Jesus’ directive to the spirit clearly: \\"I command you, deaf and dumb spirit, come out of him, and do not enter him again\\" (Mark 9:25). After the boy was restored, Luke adds that Jesus presented him back to his father (Luke 9:42). This act was significant; during the time of affliction, the boy had been under the control of the tormenting spirit rather than his father. Once healed, the boy was rightfully returned to his father’s care."},{"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":"To avoid indulging the idle curiosity of the onlookers while simultaneously encouraging the faltering faith of the grieving father, the Lord addressed the unclean spirit with authority: And JESUS FORBADE HIM, saying, 'Dumb and deaf spirit! I charge you, come out of him, and do not enter him again' (Mark 9:25). Following this command, the spirit let out a terrible shriek and threw the young man into convulsions, rendering him almost lifeless, prompting many to declare him dead... Yet, the LORD emerged from him, but only after fierce resistance. This display of defiance from the evil spirit was allowed by the Lord for the instruction of those present; they witnessed firsthand the audacity of the devil and, despite his arrogance, his fear of the Lord. The compassionate Lord, master of life and death, took the boy’s hand, raised him up, and restored him to his father, healing him in that very moment. In doing so, the Lord once again brought shame upon the scribes and Pharisees who sought to deride His disciples for their weak faith."},{"author-name":"Michail (Lusin)","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c89550c567e172d15b3055_Michail%20(Lusin).png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"He commanded the unclean spirit not to torment the individual it had possessed; as a result, the demon departed, and the boy was restored to health."},{"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":"Christ ordered the mute and deaf spirit to leave the boy and commanded it not to return. The boy shouted, and following a fierce convulsion throughout his entire body, he appeared lifeless. However, Jesus raised him, and he got to his feet. Those who had rushed over were astonished at the greatness of God, who had accomplished such a miraculous act."},{"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":"Addressing the afflicted individual, He commanded with authority: \\"Impassive and mute spirit! I summon you to depart from him and do not return.\\" A much louder outcry erupted as the tormented man convulsed even more violently; then collapsing to the ground, he lay still, appearing lifeless. Some claimed he had succumbed to death. However, Christ grasped his hand and, amidst the amazed exclamations of the crowd, restored him to his father—serene and whole."},{"author-name":"Paul Matwejewski","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c8969f5be0d592d5a10576_Paul%20Matwejewski.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"The father of the boy possessed by a demon, along with the scribes who were in dispute with the apostles and numerous onlookers, were all grappling with a lack of faith. In response to their doubts, the Lord addressed them with a sorrowful admonition: “O faithless and crooked generation, how long shall I be with you and bear with you?” When the demon-afflicted youth recognized Jesus Christ, the unclean spirit violently convulsed him, causing him to collapse and writhe on the ground. The Lord then inquired of the father, “How long has he been this way?” The father replied, “Since his childhood, and often he has cast him into fire and water to destroy him; but if You can do anything, have compassion on us and help us.” Gently correcting the man’s skepticism and soothing his troubled heart, the Lord assured him, “If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.” The boy's father, overwhelmed with emotion, cried out, “I believe; help my unbelief.” Through this heartfelt admission of his faith's shortcomings and his earnest desire for deeper faith, he compensated for what was lacking and received the fulfillment of his plea. \\n\\nSeeing that the crowd was gathering, Jesus spoke with authority to the unclean spirit, saying, “O deaf and mute spirit, I command you to come out of him and never enter him again.” The boy appeared lifeless, prompting many to exclaim that he was dead. Yet Jesus took him by the hand and raised him up, restoring him to health, and then entrusted him back to his father. All were astounded by the might of God displayed through the glorious acts of Christ."}]}
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