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And Jesus stood, and called them, and said: What will ye that I do to you?
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This serves to reveal, through the response of the blind men, their neediness, while simultaneously showcasing His authority through the act of healing."},{"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":"Why did He pose that question to the blind men? He aimed to ensure that no one would assume He wasn't granting them what they sought. In His ministry, He consistently highlighted the sincere intentions of those who sought healing before bestowing His gift upon them. This approach served to inspire similar fervor in others while also honoring the worthiness of those receiving His blessings. He treated the Canaanite woman, the centurion, and the woman with the issue of blood in this manner. Indeed, it may be more accurate to say that the marvelous woman anticipated the Lord's inquiry, yet He did not overlook her; He healed her and opened her heart to others. Thus, He endeavored to uncover the virtues of all who approached Him and to elevate their significance beyond what might initially appear. This was also the case with the blind men."},{"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":"The blind individuals learned of the Lord through the spoken word, and upon hearing of His approach, they seized the chance to call out to Him. They held the conviction that Jesus, a descendant of David by human lineage, possessed the power to restore their sight. Their fervent faith compelled them to raise their voices even more persistently when faced with attempts to silence them. Consequently, the Lord did not question them regarding their faith in Him; rather, He simply inquired about their desires, ensuring that no one might presume the blind men were seeking something different than what they truly needed. His inquiry clarified that their plea was not for wealth, but for healing. He restored their sight through His touch, illustrating that every part of His sanctified flesh is a source of life and divinity. Although Luke and Mark refer to only one blind man, their accounts align with Matthew’s in that they highlight the more prominent figure. Luke notes that the healing occurred prior to entering Jericho, while Mark states it took place upon departure from the city. Matthew, preferring conciseness, mentions both instances simultaneously. Through these blind men, we can interpret the Gentiles who came to believe in Christ; they were, in a sense, healed by Him during their journey. While Christ's mission was primarily for the people of Israel, the Gentiles came to know and believe in Him through what they heard. Those who attempted to silence the blind men and refrain from proclaiming Jesus were akin to the persecutors of the Church. They sought to stifle the Church's voice, yet she boldly proclaimed the name of Christ. Thus, she was healed; she recognized the brilliance of truth and began to walk in the footsteps of Christ, emulating Him in her actions."},{"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":"He summoned them. Why did He make this inquiry? To prevent any assumption that their desires differed from what He provided. But why did He refrain from questioning them about their faith? Their unwavering shouts served as evidence of their belief, which persisted even when they were compelled to remain quiet."},{"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":"Upon hearing their request, Jesus paused and summoned them to approach Him. Among the blind individuals, the notable Bartimaeus drew attention with his cries. Once he realized that Jesus was calling for them, he stood up, removed his outer cloak to avoid hindrance in his approach, and made his way to Jesus. When asked, \\"What do you want from Me?\\""},{"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":"Christ heard their plea, and His heart was filled with compassion. He paused and beckoned them to come to Him. The crowd then shifted their tone, encouraging Bartimaeus, who had been the most vocal in seeking mercy in his struggle, saying, \\"Do not be afraid, rise up; He is calling for you.\\" Overcome with joy, he swiftly removed his cloak, leapt to his feet, and approached Jesus. The Saviour inquired, \\"What do you wish Me to do for you?\\""},{"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 Lord paused and commanded that they be summoned, for His Heart recognized that these individuals, articulating their faith in sincere and straightforward terms, were worthy of mercy. They began to call out to Bartimaeus, encouraging him, ‘Get up, He is calling you.’ Upon hearing this joyful news, the blind man swiftly approached his Healer, discarding his outer cloak to ensure nothing hindered his quick response to the gracious invitation. As the blind men approached, the Lord inquired, ‘What do you wish me to do for you?’ The All-Knowing One desired the afflicted to consciously receive the gift of restoration. The blind men replied, ‘Lord, Master, let our eyes be opened.’"},{"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 narratives of this occurrence by the evangelists present two notable distinctions: first, while Matthew recounts the healing of two blind men, both Mark and Luke focus on just one. Secondly, Matthew and Mark place the incident as Jesus was departing from the city, whereas Luke indicates it occurred as He was entering. It is clear that there were indeed two individuals who were healed; however, the apostolic tradition has particularly emphasized the name of one, Bartimaeus, as recorded by Mark. This has led to the event in early Christian remembrance sometimes being associated solely with Bartimaeus. The second distinction can be understood as the event happening in two distinct moments, both in time and location. Initially, the blind men cried out to the Lord for healing as He entered the city, but He chose not to respond, testing their faith. Later, as He was leaving the city, they again called out, prompting the Lord to summon them and grant them healing. \\n\\nThe accounts of the healing itself provide a rich tapestry of details from the evangelists. When the blind men heard the commotion of a multitude passing by, they inquired, “What is this?” (Luke). Upon discovering it was Jesus of Nazareth, they began to shout, “Have mercy on us, O Lord, Son of David!” The crowd attempted to silence them—likely because Jesus was engaged in teaching those assembled and the people wished to hear Him. Nevertheless, the blind men persisted in their cries for mercy. Eventually, the Lord called for them, and those nearby encouraged them, saying, “Do not be afraid, get up, He is calling you.” This assurance instilled a sense of confidence in the blind men that healing was forthcoming, prompting them to remove their outer garments for ease of movement (Mark). Once the Lord understood their plea, He gently touched their eyes and said, “Go, your faith has saved you” (Mark, Luke). Instantly, the blind men regained their sight and followed Jesus, praising God."},{"author-name":"Alexander Gorsky","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c8884037c1e1c51e1332e2_Alexander%20Gorsky.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"As the Lord and His disciples journeyed through Jericho, accompanied by a multitude, they were roughly six hours away from Jerusalem. As they neared the city, a voice cried out, \\"Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!\\" This was the voice of a blind beggar named Bartimaeus. The beggar called out to Jesus using the exalted title of Son of David, acknowledging Him as the Messiah. The crowd, interpreting the Messiah's greatness through their own understanding rather than recognizing His true nature as revealed to His followers, attempted to silence the blind man, urging him not to trouble Jesus with his persistent plea. Nevertheless, Bartimaeus continued to shout, \\"Son of David, have mercy on me!\\" Eventually, Jesus halted, commanded that the man be brought to Him, and upon inquiring about his need, restored his sight."},{"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":"\\"What do you desire from Me?\\" Why did He pose this question to the blind men? It was to prevent anyone from believing that He provides something other than what they truly seek."},{"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":"Observe the blind men: nothing could deter them. Yet the Lord listened to their plea: JESUS PAUSED, SUMMONED THEM, and instructed those nearby to bring the blind men to Him. Then they told Bartimaeus, the one who cried out the loudest: 'Get up quickly, He is calling you.' Discarding his cloak, which limited his ability to move swiftly, he sprang up and rushed toward Jesus Christ. As the two approached, the Lord inquired of them, “WHAT DO YE WANT OF ME?” He posed this question to ensure that no one would assume He would grant anything different from their true desires (St John Chrysostom)."}]}
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