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Mark 5:22

What does Mark 5:22 mean?

A plain-English look at Mark 5:22 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.

What Mark 5:22 means

Among the multitude, a respected leader of the local synagogue, Jairus, approaches Jesus. His act of falling at Jesus' feet demonstrates profound humility and desperation, particularly for a man of his standing. This sets the stage for a dramatic plea, illustrating that even those in positions of authority recognized Jesus' unique power.

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

And there cometh one of the rulers of the synagogue, Jaïrus by name; and seeing him, he falleth at his feet,

KJV

King James Version · 1611

And, behold, there cometh one of the rulers of the synagogue, Jairus by name; and when he saw him, he fell at his feet,

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

And there cometh one of the rulers of the synagogue, Jaïrus by name; and seeing him, he falleth at his feet,

BBE

Bible in Basic English · 1949

And one of the rulers of the Synagogue, Jairus by name, came, and seeing him, went down at his feet,

YLT

Young's Literal Translation · 1862

and lo, there doth come one of the chiefs of the synagogue, by name Jairus, and having seen him, he doth fall at his feet,

DRA

Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752

And there cometh one of the rulers of the synagogue named Jairus: and seeing him, falleth down at his feet.

DBY

Darby Bible · 1890

And [behold] there comes one of the rulers of the synagogue, by name Jairus, and seeing him, falls down at his feet;

Context

This verse introduces the central figure of the next major miracle narrative, highlighting his status and his desperate need. His bold approach to Jesus, against expected social norms for a synagogue leader, immediately establishes the urgency and gravity of his situation.

v.21And when Jesus had crossed over again in the boat unto the other side, a great multitude was gathered unto him; and he was by the sea.

v.22This passage

v.23and 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.

Cross references

Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  • Luke 5:8

    But Simon Peter, when he saw it, fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord.

  • Matthew 2:11

    And they came into the house and saw the young child with Mary his mother; and they fell down and worshipped him; and opening their treasures they offered unto him gifts, gold and frankincense and myrrh.

  • Acts 18:17

    And they all laid hold on Sosthenes, the ruler of the synagogue, and beat him before the judgment-seat. And Gallio cared for none of these things.

  • Matthew 9:18

    While he spake these things unto them, behold, there came a ruler, and worshipped him, saying, My daughter is even now dead: but come and lay thy hand upon her, and she shall live.

  • Acts 13:15

    And after the reading of the law and the prophets the rulers of the synagogue sent unto them, saying, Brethren, if ye have any word of exhortation for the people, say on.

  • Luke 13:14

    And the ruler of the synagogue, being moved with indignation because Jesus had healed on the sabbath, answered and said to the multitude, There are six days in which men ought to work: in them therefore come and be healed, and not on the day of the sabbath.

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