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and he healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/matthew/19.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />And great multitudes followed Him, and He healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/matthew/19.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />and large crowds followed Him, and He healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/matthew/19.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />and large crowds followed Him, and He healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/matthew/19.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />and great multitudes followed Him, and He healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/matthew/19.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />and large crowds followed Him, and He healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/matthew/19.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />and large crowds followed Him, and He healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/matthew/19.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Large crowds followed him, and he healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/matthew/19.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Large crowds followed Him, and He healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/matthew/19.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />and great multitudes followed him; and he healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/matthew/19.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Large crowds followed him, and he healed their sick. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/matthew/19.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />and great multitudes followed him; and he healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/matthew/19.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Large crowds followed him, and he healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/matthew/19.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Large crowds followed him, and he healed them there. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/matthew/19.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Large crowds followed him, and he healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/matthew/19.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Large crowds followed Him, and He healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/matthew/19.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Large crowds followed him, and he healed them there. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/matthew/19.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Large crowds followed him, and he healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/matthew/19.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And great multitudes followed him, and he healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/matthew/19.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />And a vast multitude followed him, and He cured them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/matthew/19.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Great multitudes followed him, and he healed them there. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/matthew/19.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and great multitudes followed Him, and He healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/matthew/19.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />And great crowds followed Him, and He healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/matthew/19.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and great multitudes followed him, and he healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/matthew/19.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And many crowds followed him; and he cured them there.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/matthew/19.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And great multitudes followed him: and he healed them there. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/matthew/19.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />And great crowds followed him, and he healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/matthew/19.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Great crowds followed him, and he cured them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/matthew/19.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Large crowds followed him, and he cured them there.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/matthew/19.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And a great many people followed him, and he healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/matthew/19.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />And great crowds came after him and he healed them there.<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/matthew/19.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />And many multitudes followed him; and he cured them there.<CM><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/matthew/19.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br />And many multitudes followed Him; and He healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/matthew/19.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />And great multitudes followed him; and he healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/matthew/19.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />where multitudes of people followed him, and he healed their sick.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/matthew/19.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />And a vast multitude followed him, and He cured them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/matthew/19.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />And large multitudes followed Him; and He healed them there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/matthew/19.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />and great multitudes followed Him, and there He healed them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/matthew/19-2.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hriiyJYqzvc?start=5368" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/matthew/19.htm">Teachings about Divorce</a></span><br><span class="reftext">1</span>When Jesus had finished saying these things, He left Galilee and went into the region of Judea beyond the Jordan. <span class="reftext">2</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/4183.htm" title="4183: polloi (Adj-NMP) -- Much, many; often. ">Large</a> <a href="/greek/3793.htm" title="3793: ochloi (N-NMP) -- From a derivative of echo; a throng; by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot.">crowds</a> <a href="/greek/190.htm" title="190: ēkolouthēsan (V-AIA-3P) -- To accompany, attend, follow. Properly, to be in the same way with, i.e. To accompany.">followed</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autō (PPro-DM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">Him,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/2323.htm" title="2323: etherapeusen (V-AIA-3S) -- From the same as therapon; to wait upon menially, i.e. to adore, or to relieve.">He healed</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autous (PPro-AM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">them</a> <a href="/greek/1563.htm" title="1563: ekei (Adv) -- (a) there, yonder, in that place, (b) thither, there. Of uncertain affinity; there; by extension, thither.">there.</a> </span> <span class="reftext">3</span>Then some Pharisees came and tested Him by asking, “Is it lawful for a man to divorce his wife for any reason?”…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/4-23.htm">Matthew 4:23-25</a></span><br />Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness among the people. / News about Him spread all over Syria, and people brought to Him all who were ill with various diseases, those suffering acute pain, the demon-possessed, those having seizures, and the paralyzed, and He healed them. / Large crowds followed Him, having come from Galilee, the Decapolis, Jerusalem, Judea, and beyond the Jordan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/10-1.htm">Mark 10:1</a></span><br />Then Jesus left that place and went into the region of Judea, beyond the Jordan. Again the crowds came to Him and He taught them, as was His custom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/5-15.htm">Luke 5:15</a></span><br />But the news about Jesus spread all the more, and great crowds came to hear Him and to be healed of their sicknesses.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/6-2.htm">John 6:2</a></span><br />A large crowd followed Him because they saw the signs He was performing on the sick.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/12-15.htm">Matthew 12:15</a></span><br />Aware of this, Jesus withdrew from that place. Large crowds followed Him, and He healed them all,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/3-7.htm">Mark 3:7-8</a></span><br />So Jesus withdrew with His disciples to the sea, accompanied by a large crowd from Galilee, Judea, / Jerusalem, Idumea, the region beyond the Jordan, and the vicinity of Tyre and Sidon. The large crowd came to Him when they heard what great things He was doing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/6-17.htm">Luke 6:17-19</a></span><br />Then Jesus came down with them and stood on a level place. A large crowd of His disciples was there, along with a great number of people from all over Judea, Jerusalem, and the seacoast of Tyre and Sidon. / They had come to hear Him and to be healed of their diseases, and those troubled by unclean spirits were healed. / The entire crowd was trying to touch Him, because power was coming from Him and healing them all.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/10-41.htm">John 10:41-42</a></span><br />Many came to Him and said, “Although John never performed a sign, everything he said about this man was true.” / And many in that place believed in Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/14-14.htm">Matthew 14:14</a></span><br />When He stepped ashore and saw a large crowd, He had compassion on them and healed their sick.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/6-54.htm">Mark 6:54-56</a></span><br />As soon as they got out of the boat, the people recognized Jesus / and ran through that whole region, carrying the sick on mats to wherever they heard He was. / And wherever He went—villages and towns and countrysides—they laid the sick in the marketplaces and begged Him just to let them touch the fringe of His cloak. And all who touched Him were healed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/9-11.htm">Luke 9:11</a></span><br />But the crowds found out and followed Him. He welcomed them and spoke to them about the kingdom of God, and He healed those who needed healing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/3-2.htm">John 3:2</a></span><br />He came to Jesus at night and said, “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher who has come from God. For no one could perform the signs You are doing if God were not with him.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/15-30.htm">Matthew 15:30</a></span><br />Large crowds came to Him, bringing the lame, the blind, the crippled, the mute, and many others, and laid them at His feet, and He healed them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/7-31.htm">Mark 7:31-37</a></span><br />Then Jesus left the region of Tyre and went through Sidon to the Sea of Galilee and into the region of the Decapolis. / Some people brought to Him a man who was deaf and hardly able to speak, and they begged Jesus to place His hand on him. / So Jesus took him aside privately, away from the crowd, and put His fingers into the man’s ears. Then He spit and touched the man’s tongue. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/7-21.htm">Luke 7:21</a></span><br />At that very hour Jesus healed many people of their diseases, afflictions, and evil spirits, and He gave sight to many who were blind.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And great multitudes followed him; and he healed them there.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/4-23.htm">Matthew 4:23-25</a></b></br> And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all manner of sickness and all manner of disease among the people… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/9-35.htm">Matthew 9:35,36</a></b></br> And Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/12-15.htm">Matthew 12:15</a></b></br> But when Jesus knew <i>it</i>, he withdrew himself from thence: and great multitudes followed him, and he healed them all;</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/matthew/15-39.htm">Crowds</a> <a href="/matthew/17-18.htm">Cured</a> <a href="/matthew/14-13.htm">Followed</a> <a href="/matthew/18-6.htm">Great</a> <a href="/matthew/17-18.htm">Healed</a> <a href="/matthew/15-37.htm">Large</a> <a href="/matthew/17-14.htm">Multitude</a> <a href="/matthew/15-39.htm">Multitudes</a> <a href="/matthew/15-33.htm">Vast</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/matthew/21-9.htm">Crowds</a> <a href="/matthew/21-14.htm">Cured</a> <a href="/matthew/19-27.htm">Followed</a> <a href="/matthew/19-22.htm">Great</a> <a href="/matthew/21-14.htm">Healed</a> <a href="/matthew/21-8.htm">Large</a> <a href="/matthew/20-29.htm">Multitude</a> <a href="/matthew/21-9.htm">Multitudes</a> <a href="/mark/3-7.htm">Vast</a><div class="vheading2">Matthew 19</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/matthew/19-1.htm">Jesus heals the sick;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">3. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/matthew/19-3.htm">answers the Pharisees concerning divorce;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/matthew/19-10.htm">shows when marriage is necessary;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/matthew/19-13.htm">receives the little children;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/matthew/19-16.htm">instructs the young man how to attain eternal life;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">20. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/matthew/19-20.htm">and how to be perfect;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">23. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/matthew/19-23.htm">tells his disciples how hard it is for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">27. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/matthew/19-27.htm">and promises reward to those who forsake all to follow him.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/matthew/19.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/matthew/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/matthew/19.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Large crowds followed Him</b><br>The phrase indicates Jesus' growing popularity and the widespread recognition of His authority and power. This is consistent with other Gospel accounts where Jesus attracts large gatherings due to His teachings and miracles (e.g., <a href="/matthew/4-25.htm">Matthew 4:25</a>, <a href="/mark/3-7.htm">Mark 3:7-8</a>). The crowds often included people from various regions, reflecting the diverse socio-economic backgrounds of those drawn to Him. This movement of people signifies a fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah drawing nations to Himself (<a href="/isaiah/2-2.htm">Isaiah 2:2-3</a>).<p><b>and He healed them</b><br>Jesus' healing ministry is a central aspect of His earthly work, demonstrating His compassion and divine authority. Healing the sick was a sign of the Kingdom of God breaking into the world (<a href="/matthew/12-28.htm">Matthew 12:28</a>). It also fulfilled messianic prophecies such as <a href="/isaiah/35-5.htm">Isaiah 35:5-6</a>, which speak of the blind seeing and the lame walking. The healings served as a testament to Jesus' identity as the Messiah and were a foretaste of the complete restoration to come in the new creation.<p><b>there</b><br>The location, likely in the region of Judea beyond the Jordan, is significant as it was a place where John the Baptist had previously ministered (<a href="/john/10-40.htm">John 10:40</a>). This area was a crossroads of Jewish and Gentile populations, symbolizing the inclusive nature of Jesus' ministry. The geographical setting underscores the transition from John’s preparatory work to the fulfillment found in Christ. Jesus' presence and actions in this region highlight the expansion of His ministry beyond traditional Jewish boundaries, prefiguring the Great Commission (<a href="/matthew/28-19.htm">Matthew 28:19-20</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a></b><br>Central figure in the passage, known for His teaching, healing, and redemptive work. In this context, He is actively ministering to the people.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/l/large_crowds.htm">Large Crowds</a></b><br>Represents the multitude of people who were drawn to Jesus, seeking His teaching and healing.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/h/healing.htm">Healing</a></b><br>A significant aspect of Jesus' ministry, demonstrating His compassion and divine authority.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/there.htm">There</a></b><br>Refers to the region of Judea beyond the Jordan, where Jesus was ministering at this time.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_compassion_of_christ.htm">The Compassion of Christ</a></b><br>Jesus' willingness to heal the crowds demonstrates His deep compassion and love for humanity. As followers of Christ, we are called to emulate His compassion in our interactions with others.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_faith.htm">The Power of Faith</a></b><br>The crowds followed Jesus, believing in His ability to heal and transform lives. This challenges us to examine our own faith and trust in Jesus' power to work in our lives today.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_community.htm">The Importance of Community</a></b><br>The large crowds represent a community of believers and seekers. This highlights the importance of gathering together as a community to seek Jesus and support one another in faith.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_miracles.htm">The Role of Miracles</a></b><br>Jesus' healing miracles served as a testament to His divine authority and the coming of God's kingdom. We should recognize the role of miracles in affirming faith and pointing others to Christ.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/seeking_jesus_in_our_needs.htm">Seeking Jesus in Our Needs</a></b><br>Just as the crowds sought Jesus for healing, we are encouraged to bring our needs and burdens to Him, trusting in His ability to provide and heal.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_matthew_19.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Matthew 19</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/key_events_in_jesus'_third_year.htm">What events marked Jesus' third year of ministry?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_god_heal_today.htm">Does God still heal sickness and disease today?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/one_or_two_blind_men_in_jericho.htm">Were there one or two blind men in Jericho?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_mark_15_align_with_other_gospels.htm">How do the events described in Mark 15 align with differing crucifixion accounts in the other Gospels?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/matthew/19.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 2.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Great multitudes followed him.</span> He was favourably received by the unprejudiced Peraeans. <span class="cmt_word">Healed them.</span> Those of the multitude who had need of healing (<a href="/luke/9-11.htm">Luke 9:11</a>). <span class="cmt_word">There</span>. In the "beyond Jordan" region. St. Mark observes that he taught them. Thus, "at one time teaching, at another working miracles, he varied his means of salvation, that from the miracles faith might be given him as a Teacher; and by his teaching he might urge to edification the miracles which he wrought" (St. Chrysostom, <span class="accented">ap</span>. I. Williams). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/matthew/19-2.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">Large</span><br /><span class="grk">πολλοί</span> <span class="translit">(polloi)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_4183.htm">Strong's 4183: </a> </span><span class="str2">Much, many; often. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">crowds</span><br /><span class="grk">ὄχλοι</span> <span class="translit">(ochloi)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3793.htm">Strong's 3793: </a> </span><span class="str2">From a derivative of echo; a throng; by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">followed</span><br /><span class="grk">ἠκολούθησαν</span> <span class="translit">(ēkolouthēsan)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_190.htm">Strong's 190: </a> </span><span class="str2">To accompany, attend, follow. Properly, to be in the same way with, i.e. To accompany.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Him,</span><br /><span class="grk">αὐτῷ</span> <span class="translit">(autō)</span><br /><span class="parse">Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> </span><span class="str2">He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and</span><br /><span class="grk">καὶ</span> <span class="translit">(kai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> </span><span class="str2">And, even, also, namely. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">He healed</span><br /><span class="grk">ἐθεράπευσεν</span> <span class="translit">(etherapeusen)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2323.htm">Strong's 2323: </a> </span><span class="str2">From the same as therapon; to wait upon menially, i.e. to adore, or to relieve.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">them</span><br /><span class="grk">αὐτοὺς</span> <span class="translit">(autous)</span><br /><span class="parse">Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> </span><span class="str2">He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">there.</span><br /><span class="grk">ἐκεῖ</span> <span class="translit">(ekei)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1563.htm">Strong's 1563: </a> </span><span class="str2">(a) there, yonder, in that place, (b) thither, there. Of uncertain affinity; there; by extension, thither.</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/matthew/19-2.htm">Matthew 19:2 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/matthew/19-2.htm">Matthew 19:2 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/matthew/19-2.htm">Matthew 19:2 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/matthew/19-2.htm">Matthew 19:2 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/matthew/19-2.htm">Matthew 19:2 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/matthew/19-2.htm">Matthew 19:2 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/matthew/19-2.htm">Matthew 19:2 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/matthew/19-2.htm">Matthew 19:2 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/matthew/19-2.htm">Matthew 19:2 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/matthew/19-2.htm">Matthew 19:2 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/matthew/19-2.htm">NT Gospels: Matthew 19:2 Great multitudes followed him and he healed (Matt. 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