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class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><a href="/niv/mark/2.htm">New International Version</a> When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralyzed man, &#8220Son, your sins are forgiven.&#8221 <a href="/nlt/mark/2.htm">New Living Translation</a> Seeing their faith, Jesus said to the paralyzed man, “My child, your sins are forgiven.” <a href="/esv/mark/2.htm">English Standard Version</a> And when Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, “Son, your sins are forgiven.” <a href="/bsb/mark/2.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> When Jesus saw their faith, He said to the paralytic, “Son, your sins are forgiven.” <a href="/blb/mark/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And Jesus, having seen their faith, says to the paralytic, "Son, your sins are forgiven." <a href="/kjv/mark/2.htm">King James Bible</a> When Jesus saw their faith, he said unto the sick of the palsy, Son, thy sins be forgiven thee. <a href="/nkjv/mark/2.htm">New King James Version</a> When Jesus saw their faith, He said to the paralytic, “Son, your sins are forgiven you.” <a href="/nasb_/mark/2.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> And Jesus, seeing their faith, said to the paralyzed man, “Son, your sins are forgiven.” <a href="/nasb/mark/2.htm">NASB 1995</a> And Jesus seeing their faith said to the paralytic, &#8220Son, your sins are forgiven.&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/mark/2.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And Jesus seeing their faith said to the paralytic, “My son, your sins are forgiven.” <a href="/lsb/mark/2.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And Jesus seeing their faith said to the paralytic, “Child, your sins are forgiven.” <a href="/amp/mark/2.htm">Amplified Bible</a> When Jesus saw their [active] faith [springing from confidence in Him], He said to the paralyzed man, “Son, your sins are forgiven.” <a href="/csb/mark/2.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Seeing their faith, Jesus told the paralytic, “Son, your sins are forgiven.” <a href="/hcsb/mark/2.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Seeing their faith, Jesus told the paralytic, &#8220Son, your sins are forgiven.&#8221 <a href="/asv/mark/2.htm">American Standard Version</a> And Jesus seeing their faith saith unto the sick of the palsy, Son, thy sins are forgiven. <a href="/cev/mark/2.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> When Jesus saw how much faith they had, he said to the man, "My friend, your sins are forgiven." <a href="/erv/mark/2.htm">English Revised Version</a> And Jesus seeing their faith saith unto the sick of the palsy, Son, thy sins are forgiven. <a href="/gwt/mark/2.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the man, "Friend, your sins are forgiven." <a href="/gnt/mark/2.htm">Good News Translation</a> Seeing how much faith they had, Jesus said to the paralyzed man, "My son, your sins are forgiven." <a href="/isv/mark/2.htm">International Standard Version</a> When Jesus saw their faith, he told the paralyzed man, "Son, your sins are forgiven." <a href="/msb/mark/2.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> When Jesus saw their faith, He said to the paralytic, ?Son, your sins are forgiven you.? <a href="/net/mark/2.htm">NET Bible</a> When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, "Son, your sins are forgiven." <a href="/nheb/mark/2.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> And Jesus, seeing their faith, said to the paralytic, "Son, your sins are forgiven you." <a href="/wbt/mark/2.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the sick with the palsy, Son, thy sins are forgiven thee. <a href="/wey/mark/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Seeing their faith, Jesus said to the paralytic, "My son, your sins are pardoned." <a href="/web/mark/2.htm">World English Bible</a> Jesus, seeing their faith, said to the paralytic, “Son, your sins are forgiven you.” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/mark/2.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and Jesus having seen their faith, says to the paralytic, “Child, your sins have been forgiven you.” <a href="/blb/mark/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And Jesus, having seen their faith, says to the paralytic, "Son, your sins are forgiven." <a href="/ylt/mark/2.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and Jesus having seen their faith, saith to the paralytic, 'Child, thy sins have been forgiven thee.' <a href="/slt/mark/2.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And Jesus having seen their faith, says to the paralytic, Child, thy sins have been remitted to thee.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/mark/2.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And when Jesus had seen their faith, he saith to the sick of the palsy: Son, thy sins are forgiven thee. <a href="/cpdv/mark/2.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Then, when Jesus had seen their faith, he said to the paralytic, “Son, your sins are forgiven you.” <a href="/nabre/mark/2.htm">New American Bible</a> When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, “Child, your sins are forgiven.” <a href="/nrsvce/mark/2.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, “Son, your sins are forgiven.”<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/mark/2.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, My son, your sins are forgiven. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/mark/2.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> When Yeshua saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, “My son, your sins are forgiven you.”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/mark/2.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And Jesus, seeing their faith, said to the paralytic: Son, your sins are forgiven you. <a href="/godbey/mark/2.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And Jesus seeing their faith says to the paralytic, <FR>Child, thy sins are forgiven thee.<Fr> <a href="/haweis/mark/2.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> Then Jesus beholding their faith, saith to the paralytic, Son, thy sins are forgiven thee. <a href="/mace/mark/2.htm">Mace New Testament</a> Jesus perceiving their faith, said to the sick of the palsy, son, thy sins are forgiven. <a href="/wey/mark/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Seeing their faith, Jesus said to the paralytic, "My son, your sins are pardoned." <a href="/worrell/mark/2.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And Jesus, seeing their faith, saith to the paralytic, <FR>"Child, your sins are forgiven."<Fr> <a href="/worsley/mark/2.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And Jesus, seeing their faith, saith to him that had the palsy, <FR>Son, thy sins are forgiven thee.<Fr> <a href="/parallel/mark/2-5.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/DmwDTC71zvQ?start=386" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/mark/2.htm">Jesus Heals a Paralytic</a> …4Since they were unable to get to Jesus through the crowd, they uncovered the roof above Him, made an opening, and lowered the paralytic on his mat. 5<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: Kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">When</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2424.htm" title="2424: Iēsous (N-NMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.">Jesus</a> <a href="/greek/3708.htm" title="3708: idōn (V-APA-NMS) -- Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear.">saw</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autōn (PPro-GM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">their</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēn (Art-AFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/4102.htm" title="4102: pistin (N-AFS) -- Faith, belief, trust, confidence; fidelity, faithfulness. ">faith,</a> <a href="/greek/3004.htm" title="3004: legei (V-PIA-3S) -- (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. ">He said</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tō (Art-DMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">to the</a> <a href="/greek/3885.htm" title="3885: paralytikō (Adj-DMS) -- Afflicted with paralysis. From a derivative of paraluo; as if dissolved, i.e. paralytic.">paralytic,</a> <a href="/greek/5043.htm" title="5043: Teknon (N-VNS) -- A child, descendent, inhabitant. From the base of timoria; a child.">“Son,</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: sou (PPro-G2S) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">your</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hai (Art-NFP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/266.htm" title="266: hamartiai (N-NFP) -- From hamartano; a sin.">sins</a> <a href="/greek/863.htm" title="863: aphientai (V-PIM/P-3P) -- From apo and hiemi; to send forth, in various applications.">are forgiven.” </a> 6But some of the scribes were sitting there and thinking in their hearts,…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/matthew/9-2.htm">Matthew 9:2</a> Just then some men brought to Him a paralytic lying on a mat. When Jesus saw their faith, He said to the paralytic, “Take courage, son; your sins are forgiven.” <a href="/luke/5-20.htm">Luke 5:20</a> When Jesus saw their faith, He said, “Friend, your sins are forgiven.” <a href="/matthew/9-6.htm">Matthew 9:6</a> But so that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins...” Then He said to the paralytic, “Get up, pick up your mat, and go home.” <a href="/luke/7-48.htm">Luke 7:48-50</a> Then Jesus said to her, “Your sins are forgiven.” / But those at the table began to say to themselves, “Who is this who even forgives sins?” / And Jesus told the woman, “Your faith has saved you; go in peace.” <a href="/john/5-8.htm">John 5:8-9</a> Then Jesus told him, “Get up, pick up your mat, and walk.” / Immediately the man was made well, and he picked up his mat and began to walk. Now this happened on the Sabbath day, <a href="/matthew/8-10.htm">Matthew 8:10</a> When Jesus heard this, He marveled and said to those following Him, “Truly I tell you, I have not found anyone in Israel with such great faith. <a href="/luke/17-19.htm">Luke 17:19</a> Then Jesus said to him, “Rise and go; your faith has made you well!” <a href="/john/9-2.htm">John 9:2-3</a> and His disciples asked Him, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?” / Jesus answered, “Neither this man nor his parents sinned, but this happened so that the works of God would be displayed in him. <a href="/acts/3-16.htm">Acts 3:16</a> By faith in the name of Jesus, this man whom you see and know has been made strong. It is Jesus’ name and the faith that comes through Him that has given him this complete healing in your presence. <a href="/romans/4-5.htm">Romans 4:5</a> However, to the one who does not work, but believes in Him who justifies the ungodly, his faith is credited as righteousness. <a href="/ephesians/2-8.htm">Ephesians 2:8-9</a> For it is by grace you have been saved through faith, and this not from yourselves; it is the gift of God, / not by works, so that no one can boast. <a href="/james/5-15.htm">James 5:15</a> And the prayer offered in faith will restore the one who is sick. The Lord will raise him up. If he has sinned, he will be forgiven. <a href="/isaiah/43-25.htm">Isaiah 43:25</a> I, yes I, am He who blots out your transgressions for My own sake and remembers your sins no more. <a href="/psalms/103-3.htm">Psalm 103:3</a> He who forgives all your iniquities and heals all your diseases, <a href="/isaiah/53-5.htm">Isaiah 53:5</a> But He was pierced for our transgressions, He was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the sick of the palsy, Son, your sins be forgiven you.saw.<a href="/genesis/22-12.htm">Genesis 22:12</a> And he said, Lay not thine hand upon the lad, neither do thou any thing unto him: for now I know that thou fearest God, seeing thou hast not withheld thy son, thine only son from me.<a href="/john/2-25.htm">John 2:25</a> And needed not that any should testify of man: for he knew what was in man.<a href="/acts/11-23.htm">Acts 11:23</a> Who, when he came, and had seen the grace of God, was glad, and exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord.he said.<a href="/mark/2-9.htm">Mark 2:9,10</a> Whether is it easier to say to the sick of the palsy, Thy sins be forgiven thee; or to say, Arise, and take up thy bed, and walk? … <a href="/isaiah/53-11.htm">Isaiah 53:11</a> He shall see of the travail of his soul, and shall be satisfied: by his knowledge shall my righteous servant justify many; for he shall bear their iniquities.<a href="/matthew/9-2.htm">Matthew 9:2</a> And, behold, they brought to him a man sick of the palsy, lying on a bed: and Jesus seeing their faith said unto the sick of the palsy; Son, be of good cheer; thy sins be forgiven thee.Son.<a href="/mark/5-34.htm">Mark 5:34</a> And he said unto her, Daughter, thy faith hath made thee whole; go in peace, and be whole of thy plague.<a href="/matthew/9-22.htm">Matthew 9:22</a> But Jesus turned him about, and when he saw her, he said, Daughter, be of good comfort; thy faith hath made thee whole. And the woman was made whole from that hour.<a href="/luke/8-48.htm">Luke 8:48</a> And he said unto her, Daughter, be of good comfort: thy faith hath made thee whole; go in peace.sins.<a href="/job/33-17.htm">Job 33:17-26</a> That he may withdraw man from his purpose, and hide pride from man… <a href="/psalms/32-1.htm">Psalm 32:1-5</a> A Psalm of David, Maschil. Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered… <a href="/psalms/90-7.htm">Psalm 90:7-9</a> For we are consumed by thine anger, and by thy wrath are we troubled… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/matthew/24-19.htm">Child</a> <a href="/mark/1-15.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/matthew/12-32.htm">Forgiven</a> <a href="/mark/1-4.htm">Forgiveness</a> <a href="/mark/2-4.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/mark/2-4.htm">Palsy</a> <a href="/mark/2-4.htm">Paralytic</a> <a href="/matthew/9-5.htm">Pardoned</a> <a href="/mark/2-4.htm">Sick</a> <a href="/mark/1-5.htm">Sins</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/mark/5-39.htm">Child</a> <a href="/mark/4-40.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/mark/2-9.htm">Forgiven</a> <a href="/mark/2-7.htm">Forgiveness</a> <a href="/mark/2-8.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/mark/2-9.htm">Palsy</a> <a href="/mark/2-9.htm">Paralytic</a> <a href="/mark/2-9.htm">Pardoned</a> <a href="/mark/2-9.htm">Sick</a> <a href="/mark/2-7.htm">Sins</a><div class="vheading2">Mark 2</div>1. <a href="/mark/2-1.htm">Jesus followed by multitudes,</a> 3. <a href="/mark/2-3.htm">heals a paralytic;</a> 13. <a href="/mark/2-13.htm">calls Matthew;</a> 15. <a href="/mark/2-15.htm">eats with tax collectors and sinners;</a> 18. <a href="/mark/2-18.htm">excuses his disciples for not fasting;</a> 23. <a href="/mark/2-23.htm">and for picking the heads of grain on the Sabbath day.</a> </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>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <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> </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/mark/2.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/mark/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/mark/2.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>When Jesus saw their faith This phrase highlights the importance of faith in the ministry of Jesus. The faith of the friends who brought the paralytic to Jesus is emphasized, showing that faith can be communal and intercessory. In the cultural context of first-century Judaism, faith was often demonstrated through actions, as seen in the determination of the friends to bring the paralytic to Jesus despite obstacles. This act of faith is reminiscent of the faith of the centurion in <a href="/matthew/8-10.htm">Matthew 8:10</a>, where Jesus also responds to the faith of others on behalf of someone in need.He said to the paralytic Addressing the paralytic directly, Jesus acknowledges the individual in need. In the historical context, paralytics were often marginalized and seen as bearing the consequences of sin, either personal or ancestral. By speaking directly to the paralytic, Jesus breaks social norms and demonstrates His compassion and authority. This direct address also sets the stage for the miraculous healing that follows, emphasizing Jesus' personal engagement with those He heals.“Son, your sins are forgiven.” The term "Son" is a term of endearment and indicates a relationship of care and authority. In the Jewish context, forgiveness of sins was a divine prerogative, typically associated with temple sacrifices and priestly mediation. By declaring the paralytic's sins forgiven, Jesus asserts His divine authority, which is a central theme in the Gospel of Mark. This statement also foreshadows the new covenant, where forgiveness is offered through Jesus' sacrificial death and resurrection. The connection to <a href="/isaiah/53-5.htm">Isaiah 53:5</a>, which speaks of the suffering servant bearing the iniquities of many, is evident here, as Jesus begins to reveal His role in the divine plan of redemption.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a> The central figure in this passage, Jesus is the Son of God, who demonstrates His authority to forgive sins, revealing His divine nature. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_paralytic.htm">The Paralytic</a> A man suffering from paralysis, brought to Jesus by his friends, symbolizing human suffering and the need for divine intervention. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_friends_of_the_paralytic.htm">The Friends of the Paralytic</a> These individuals exhibit great faith and determination, going to great lengths to bring their friend to Jesus for healing. 4. <a href="/topical/c/capernaum.htm">Capernaum</a> The town where this event takes place, often serving as a base for Jesus' ministry in Galilee. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_house.htm">The House</a> The setting of the event, likely crowded with people eager to hear Jesus teach, illustrating the widespread interest in His ministry.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/f/faith_in_action.htm">Faith in Action</a> The friends' determination to bring the paralytic to Jesus demonstrates that true faith often requires action. We are called to actively seek Jesus and bring others to Him. <a href="/topical/a/authority_of_jesus.htm">Authority of Jesus</a> Jesus' ability to forgive sins underscores His divine authority. Recognizing His authority should lead us to trust Him with our spiritual and physical needs. <a href="/topical/s/spiritual_healing.htm">Spiritual Healing</a> The priority Jesus places on forgiving sins before physical healing highlights the importance of spiritual restoration. We should seek forgiveness and spiritual renewal as a primary concern. <a href="/topical/c/community_support.htm">Community Support</a> The role of the paralytic's friends illustrates the importance of community and support in our faith journey. We are encouraged to support one another in bringing our needs to Christ. <a href="/topical/f/forgiveness_and_healing.htm">Forgiveness and Healing</a> This passage teaches that forgiveness is a form of healing. We should seek to forgive others and accept God's forgiveness to experience true healing.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_mark_2.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Mark 2</a> <a href="/q/why_does_mark_2_5-7_attribute_god's_authority_to_jesus.htm">Mark 2:5–7 – If only God can forgive sins, why does this passage seem to attribute God’s authority to Jesus without clearer proof of His divinity? </a> <a href="/q/can_belief_make_all_things_possible.htm">Can you rise and carry your bed?</a> <a href="/q/if_forgiven,_why_refrain_from_sinning.htm">If forgiven, why refrain from sinning?</a> <a href="/q/is_jesus_unique_among_religious_figures.htm">Is Jesus distinct from other religious figures?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/mark/2.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 5. - Son, thy sins be forgiven thee; literally, thy sins are forgiven. The word "son" is in the Greek the more endearing word (τέκνον) "child." St. Luke uses the word "man." St. Matthew adds the words "Be of good cheer." It is here to be carefully observed that the spiritual gift, the gift of forgiveness, is first conveyed; and we must also notice the authoritative character of the address, "Thy sins are forgiven." Bede observes here that our Lord first forgives his sins, that he might show him that his suffering was ultimately due to sin. Bede also says that he was borne of four, to show that a man is carried onwards by four graces to the assured hope of healing, namely, by prudence, and courage, and righteousness, and temperance. Jesus seeing their faith. Some of the Fathers, as Jerome and Ambrose, think that this faith was in the behavers of the sick man, and in them only. But there is nothing in the words to limit them in this way. Indeed, it would seem far more natural to suppose that the paralytic must have been a consenting party. He must have approved of all that they did, otherwise we can hardly suppose that it would have been done. We may therefore more reasonably conclude, with St. Chrysostom, that it was alike their faith and his that our Lord crowned with his blessing. Thy sins are forgiven. These words of our Lord were not a mere wish only; they were this sick man's sentence of absolution. They were far more than the word of absolution which Christ's ambassadors are authorized to deliver to all those who "truly repent and unfeignedly believe." For Christ could read the heart, which they cannot do. And therefore his sentence is absolute, and not conditional only. It is not the announcement of a qualified gift, but the assertion of an undoubted fact. In his own name, and by his own inherent power, he there and then forgives the man his sins. <a href="/commentaries/mark/2-5.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>When Καὶ (Kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. Jesus Ἰησοῦς (Iēsous) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2424.htm">Strong's 2424: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. saw ἰδὼν (idōn) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3708.htm">Strong's 3708: </a> Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear. their αὐτῶν (autōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. faith, πίστιν (pistin) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4102.htm">Strong's 4102: </a> Faith, belief, trust, confidence; fidelity, faithfulness. He said λέγει (legei) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3004.htm">Strong's 3004: </a> (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. to the τῷ (tō) Article - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. paralytic, παραλυτικῷ (paralytikō) Adjective - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3885.htm">Strong's 3885: </a> Afflicted with paralysis. From a derivative of paraluo; as if dissolved, i.e. 'paralytic'. “Son, Τέκνον (Teknon) Noun - Vocative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5043.htm">Strong's 5043: </a> A child, descendent, inhabitant. From the base of timoria; a child. your σου (sou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. sins ἁμαρτίαι (hamartiai) Noun - Nominative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_266.htm">Strong's 266: </a> From hamartano; a sin. are forgiven.” ἀφίενταί (aphientai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_863.htm">Strong's 863: </a> From apo and hiemi; to send forth, in various applications. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/mark/2-5.htm">Mark 2:5 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/mark/2-5.htm">Mark 2:5 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/mark/2-5.htm">Mark 2:5 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/mark/2-5.htm">Mark 2:5 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/mark/2-5.htm">Mark 2:5 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/mark/2-5.htm">Mark 2:5 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/mark/2-5.htm">Mark 2:5 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/mark/2-5.htm">Mark 2:5 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/mark/2-5.htm">Mark 2:5 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/mark/2-5.htm">Mark 2:5 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/mark/2-5.htm">NT Gospels: Mark 2:5 Jesus seeing their faith said to (Mar Mk Mr) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/mark/2-4.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Mark 2:4"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Mark 2:4" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/mark/2-6.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Mark 2:6"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Mark 2:6" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>