Mark 9:27

New Testament Gospel ASV (1901)

What does Mark 9:27 say?

The American Standard Version records this verse as: “But Jesus took him by the hand, and raised him up; and he arose.” Read the surrounding verses and the named sources below before drawing broader conclusions.

The verse

But Jesus took him by the hand, and raised him up; and he arose.
Mark 9:27 — American Standard Version

Context — Mark 9

American Standard Version (1901) — public domain. Click any verse for its study page.
27But Jesus took him by the hand, and raised him up; and he arose.

What do historical commentaries say?

John Gill's Exposition
John Gill (1697–1771) · Exposition of the Old and New Testament · 18th-century historical commentary
“But Jesus took him by the hand, etc..] “Took hold of the hand of the child”, as the Persic version renders it; and lifted him up; from the ground, on which he was cast by the spirit; and he arose: this is omitted in the Syriac and Arabic versions, though in one edition of the latter, according to Deuteronomy Dieu, it is rendered, “and he stood”; to which is added, “and went into his own house”. The Persic version, instead of this clause, reads, “and the child was healed”; and all the expressions show, that he was perfectly well.”
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Barnes' Notes
Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · Notes on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“See this passage explained in the notes at Matthew 17:14-21. Mark 9:14 Questioning with them - Debating with the disciples, and attempting to confound them. This he saw as he came down from the mount. In his absence they had taken occasion to attempt to perplex and confound his followers. Mark 9:15 Were greatly amazed - Were astonished and surprised at his sudden appearance among them. Saluted him - Received him with the customary marks of affection and respect. It is probable that this was not by any “formal” manner of salutation, but by the “rush” of the multitude, and by hailing him as the Messiah. Mark 9:16 What question ye? - What is the subject of your inquiry or debate with the…”
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Treasury of Scriptural Knowledge
R. A. Torrey and contributors · The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge · Cross-reference reference work
“Mar 1:31, Mar 1:41, Mar 5:41, Mar 8:23; Isa 41:13; Act 3:7, Act 9:41 Mark 9:28”
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