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and He was moved with compassion for them, and healed their sick. <a href="/nasb_/matthew/14.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> When He came ashore, He saw a large crowd, and felt compassion for them and healed their sick. <a href="/nasb/matthew/14.htm">NASB 1995</a> When He went ashore, He saw a large crowd, and felt compassion for them and healed their sick. <a href="/nasb77/matthew/14.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And when He went ashore, He saw a great multitude, and felt compassion for them, and healed their sick. <a href="/lsb/matthew/14.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And when He went ashore, He saw a large crowd, and felt compassion for them and healed their sick. <a href="/amp/matthew/14.htm">Amplified Bible</a> When He went ashore, He saw a large crowd, and felt [profound] compassion for them and healed their sick. <a href="/csb/matthew/14.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> When he went ashore, he saw a large crowd, had compassion on them, and healed their sick. <a href="/hcsb/matthew/14.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> As He stepped ashore, He saw a huge crowd, felt compassion for them, and healed their sick. <a href="/asv/matthew/14.htm">American Standard Version</a> And he came forth, and saw a great multitude, and he had compassion on them, and healed their sick. <a href="/cev/matthew/14.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> When Jesus got out of the boat, he saw the large crowd. He felt sorry for them and healed everyone who was sick. <a href="/erv/matthew/14.htm">English Revised Version</a> And he came forth, and saw a great multitude, and he had compassion on them, and healed their sick. <a href="/gwt/matthew/14.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> When Jesus got out of the boat, he saw a large crowd. He felt sorry for them and cured their sick people. <a href="/gnt/matthew/14.htm">Good News Translation</a> Jesus got out of the boat, and when he saw the large crowd, his heart was filled with pity for them, and he healed their sick. <a href="/isv/matthew/14.htm">International Standard Version</a> When he got out of the boat, he saw a large crowd. He had compassion for them and healed their sick. <a href="/net/matthew/14.htm">NET Bible</a> As he got out he saw the large crowd, and he had compassion on them and healed their sick. <a href="/nheb/matthew/14.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> And he went out, and he saw a large crowd, and he had compassion on them, and healed their sick. <a href="/wbt/matthew/14.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And Jesus went forth, and saw a great multitude, and was moved with compassion towards them, and he healed their sick. <a href="/wey/matthew/14.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> So Jesus went out and saw an immense multitude, and felt compassion for them, and cured those of them who were out of health.<div class="vheading2">Majority Text Translations</div><a href="/msb/matthew/14.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> When Jesus stepped ashore and saw a large crowd, He had compassion on them and healed their sick. <a href="/web/matthew/14.htm">World English Bible</a> Jesus went out, and he saw a great multitude. He had compassion on them and healed their sick. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/matthew/14.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And Jesus having come forth, saw a great multitude, and was moved with compassion on them, and healed their sick; <a href="/blb/matthew/14.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And having gone out, He saw a great crowd and was moved with compassion toward them, and He healed their sick. <a href="/ylt/matthew/14.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> And Jesus having come forth, saw a great multitude, and was moved with compassion upon them, and did heal their infirm; <a href="/slt/matthew/14.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And Jesus having come, saw a great crowd: and he felt compassion for them, and he cured their sick.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/matthew/14.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And he coming forth saw a great multitude, and had compassion on them, and healed their sick. <a href="/cpdv/matthew/14.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And going out, he saw a great multitude, and he took pity on them, and he cured their sick. <a href="/nabre/matthew/14.htm">New American Bible</a> When he disembarked and saw the vast crowd, his heart was moved with pity for them, and he cured their sick. <a href="/nrsvce/matthew/14.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> When he went ashore, he saw a great crowd; and he had compassion for them and cured their sick.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/matthew/14.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And Jesus went out and saw large crowds, and he had pity for them, and healed their sick. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/matthew/14.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And Yeshua came down, seeing the great crowds, and he was moved with pity for them and he healed their sick.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/matthew/14.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And when Jesus came out, he saw a great multitude, and was moved with compassion for them, and cured their sick.<CM> <a href="/godbey/matthew/14.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And Jesus having come out saw a great multitude; and was moved with compassion in their behalf, and healed their sick. <a href="/haweis/matthew/14.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> And when Jesus was come forth, he saw a great multitude, and was moved with compassion towards them, and healed their sick. <a href="/mace/matthew/14.htm">Mace New Testament</a> as Jesus landed, he saw a great multitude, and was touch'd with compassion towards them, and healed their sick. <a href="/wey/matthew/14.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> So Jesus went out and saw an immense multitude, and felt compassion for them, and cured those of them who were out of health. <a href="/worrell/matthew/14.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And Jesus, coming forth, saw a great multitude, and was moved with compassion over them, and healed their sick. <a href="/worsley/matthew/14.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> and when Jesus came out of the ship, He saw a great multitude, and was moved with compassion toward them; and He healed their sick. <a href="/parallel/matthew/14-14.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/hriiyJYqzvc?start=4054" 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/matthew/14.htm">The Feeding of the Five Thousand</a> 13When Jesus heard about John, He withdrew by boat privately to a solitary place. But the crowds found out about it and followed Him on foot from the towns. 14<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: Kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">When</a> <a href="/greek/1831.htm" title="1831: exelthōn (V-APA-NMS) -- To go out, come out. From ek and erchomai; to issue.">He stepped ashore</a> <a href="/greek/3708.htm" title="3708: eiden (V-AIA-3S) -- Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear.">and saw</a> <a href="/greek/4183.htm" title="4183: polyn (Adj-AMS) -- Much, many; often. ">a large</a> <a href="/greek/3793.htm" title="3793: ochlon (N-AMS) -- From a derivative of echo; a throng; by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot.">crowd,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/4697.htm" title="4697: esplanchnisthē (V-AIP-3S) -- To feel compassion, have pity on, be moved. ">He had compassion</a> <a href="/greek/1909.htm" title="1909: ep’ (Prep) -- On, to, against, on the basis of, at. ">on</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autois (PPro-DM3P) -- 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/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.">healed</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: tous (Art-AMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/732.htm" title="732: arrōstous (Adj-AMP) -- Infirm, sick, ill, feeble, sickly. Infirm.">sick.</a> 15When evening came, the disciples came to Him and said, “This is a desolate place, and the hour is already late. Dismiss the crowds so they can go to the villages and buy themselves some food.”…<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="/mark/6-34.htm">Mark 6:34</a> When Jesus stepped ashore and saw a large crowd, He had compassion on them, because they were like sheep without a shepherd. And He began to teach them many things. <a href="/luke/9-11.htm">Luke 9:11</a> 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. <a href="/john/6-2.htm">John 6:2</a> A large crowd followed Him because they saw the signs He was performing on the sick. <a href="/matthew/9-36.htm">Matthew 9:36</a> When He saw the crowds, He was moved with compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. <a href="/matthew/20-34.htm">Matthew 20:34</a> Moved with compassion, Jesus touched their eyes, and at once they received their sight and followed Him. <a href="/mark/1-41.htm">Mark 1:41</a> Moved with compassion, Jesus reached out His hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” He said. “Be clean!” <a href="/luke/7-13.htm">Luke 7:13</a> When the Lord saw her, He had compassion on her and said, “Do not weep.” <a href="/john/11-33.htm">John 11:33-35</a> When Jesus saw her weeping, and the Jews who had come with her also weeping, He was deeply moved in spirit and troubled. / “Where have you put him?” He asked. “Come and see, Lord,” they answered. / Jesus wept. <a href="/matthew/15-32.htm">Matthew 15:32</a> Then Jesus called His disciples to Him and said, “I have compassion for this crowd, because they have already been with Me three days and have nothing to eat. I do not want to send them away hungry, or they may faint along the way.” <a href="/matthew/8-16.htm">Matthew 8:16</a> When evening came, many who were demon-possessed were brought to Jesus, and He drove out the spirits with a word and healed all the sick. <a href="/isaiah/53-4.htm">Isaiah 53:4</a> Surely He took up our infirmities and carried our sorrows; yet we considered Him stricken, struck down by God, and afflicted. <a href="/psalms/103-3.htm">Psalm 103:3</a> He who forgives all your iniquities and heals all your diseases, <a href="/isaiah/61-1.htm">Isaiah 61:1</a> The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners, <a href="/exodus/15-26.htm">Exodus 15:26</a> saying, “If you will listen carefully to the voice of the LORD your God, and do what is right in His eyes, and pay attention to His commands, and keep all His statutes, then I will not bring on you any of the diseases I inflicted on the Egyptians. For I am the LORD who heals you.” <a href="/jeremiah/30-17.htm">Jeremiah 30:17</a> But I will restore your health and heal your wounds, declares the LORD, because they call you an outcast, Zion, for whom no one cares.”</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And Jesus went forth, and saw a great multitude, and was moved with compassion toward them, and he healed their sick.and was.<a href="/matthew/9-36.htm">Matthew 9:36</a> But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep having no shepherd.<a href="/matthew/15-32.htm">Matthew 15:32</a> Then Jesus called his disciples unto him, and said, I have compassion on the multitude, because they continue with me now three days, and have nothing to eat: and I will not send them away fasting, lest they faint in the way.<a href="/mark/6-34.htm">Mark 6:34</a> And Jesus, when he came out, saw much people, and was moved with compassion toward them, because they were as sheep not having a shepherd: and he began to teach them many things.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/matthew/13-48.htm">Ashore</a> <a href="/matthew/12-7.htm">Compassion</a> <a href="/matthew/14-5.htm">Crowd</a> <a href="/matthew/12-22.htm">Cured</a> <a href="/matthew/9-36.htm">Felt</a> <a href="/matthew/14-2.htm">Forth</a> <a href="/matthew/13-46.htm">Great</a> <a href="/matthew/13-15.htm">Heal</a> <a href="/matthew/12-22.htm">Healed</a> <a href="/matthew/9-22.htm">Health</a> <a href="/matthew/10-8.htm">Ill</a> <a href="/matthew/8-1.htm">Immense</a> <a href="/matthew/10-8.htm">Infirm</a> <a href="/matthew/14-13.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/matthew/13-2.htm">Large</a> <a href="/matthew/13-53.htm">Moved</a> <a href="/matthew/14-5.htm">Multitude</a> <a href="/matthew/9-36.htm">Pity</a> <a href="/matthew/12-15.htm">Sick</a> <a href="/ezekiel/32-3.htm">Throng</a> <a href="/matthew/12-49.htm">Towards</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/matthew/14-34.htm">Ashore</a> <a href="/matthew/15-32.htm">Compassion</a> <a href="/matthew/15-10.htm">Crowd</a> <a href="/matthew/14-36.htm">Cured</a> <a href="/matthew/14-30.htm">Felt</a> <a href="/matthew/14-31.htm">Forth</a> <a href="/matthew/15-28.htm">Great</a> <a href="/matthew/17-16.htm">Heal</a> <a href="/matthew/15-28.htm">Healed</a> <a href="/matthew/14-36.htm">Health</a> <a href="/matthew/14-35.htm">Ill</a> <a href="/matthew/20-29.htm">Immense</a> <a href="/matthew/25-36.htm">Infirm</a> <a href="/matthew/14-16.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/matthew/15-37.htm">Large</a> <a href="/matthew/17-20.htm">Moved</a> <a href="/matthew/14-15.htm">Multitude</a> <a href="/matthew/15-22.htm">Pity</a> <a href="/matthew/14-35.htm">Sick</a> <a href="/mark/3-9.htm">Throng</a> <a href="/matthew/14-25.htm">Towards</a><div class="vheading2">Matthew 14</div>1. <a href="/matthew/14-1.htm">Herod's opinion of Jesus.</a> 3. <a href="/matthew/14-3.htm">Wherefore John Baptist was beheaded.</a> 13. <a href="/matthew/14-13.htm">Jesus departs into a solitary place,</a> 15. <a href="/matthew/14-15.htm">where he feeds five thousand men with five loves and two fishes.</a> 22. <a href="/matthew/14-22.htm">He walks on the sea to his disciples;</a> 34. <a href="/matthew/14-34.htm">and landing at Gennesaret, </a> 35. <a href="/matthew/14-35.htm">heals the sick who touch of the hem of his garment.</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'; 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The setting is likely near the Sea of Galilee, a central location for Jesus' teachings and miracles. This area was a hub of activity and trade, making it a strategic place for reaching diverse groups of people. The act of stepping ashore signifies Jesus' readiness to engage with the people and address their needs.and saw a large crowd The presence of a large crowd reflects Jesus' growing popularity and the people's eagerness to hear His teachings and witness His miracles. This crowd likely consisted of individuals from various backgrounds, including Jews and possibly Gentiles, indicating the widespread impact of Jesus' ministry. The gathering of such a crowd also fulfills the prophetic anticipation of a shepherd gathering His flock, as seen in passages like <a href="/ezekiel/34-11.htm">Ezekiel 34:11-16</a>.He had compassion on them Jesus' compassion is a recurring theme in the Gospels, demonstrating His deep empathy and love for humanity. This compassion is not merely an emotional response but a driving force for His actions. It reflects the heart of God, who is described as compassionate and gracious throughout the Old Testament (e.g., <a href="/exodus/34-6.htm">Exodus 34:6</a>). Jesus' compassion here prefigures His ultimate act of love and sacrifice on the cross.and healed their sick The act of healing signifies Jesus' authority over physical ailments and His role as the Great Physician. Healing the sick was a tangible demonstration of the Kingdom of God breaking into the world, fulfilling prophecies such as <a href="/isaiah/35-5.htm">Isaiah 35:5-6</a>, which speak of the Messiah bringing restoration and wholeness. This healing ministry also serves as a type of the spiritual healing and salvation Jesus offers to all who believe in Him.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus_christ.htm">Jesus Christ</a> The central figure in this passage, demonstrating His divine compassion and healing power. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_large_crowd.htm">The Large Crowd</a> Represents the multitude of people who followed Jesus, seeking His teaching and healing. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_sick.htm">The Sick</a> Individuals within the crowd who were suffering from various ailments and were healed by Jesus. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_shore.htm">The Shore</a> The location where Jesus disembarked and encountered the crowd, likely near the Sea of Galilee. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_act_of_healing.htm">The Act of Healing</a> A significant event where Jesus performs miracles, showcasing His authority and compassion.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/c/compassion_in_action.htm">Compassion in Action</a> Jesus' compassion was not passive; it moved Him to action. As followers of Christ, we are called to actively respond to the needs of others. <a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_healing.htm">The Power of Healing</a> Jesus' healing ministry demonstrates His divine authority and serves as a foretaste of the ultimate healing and restoration in God's kingdom. <a href="/topical/s/seeing_the_crowd.htm">Seeing the Crowd</a> Jesus saw the crowd and their needs. We are encouraged to be attentive and responsive to the needs of those around us. <a href="/topical/f/faith_and_expectation.htm">Faith and Expectation</a> The crowd came to Jesus with the expectation of healing. Our faith should drive us to seek Jesus in our times of need. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_the_church.htm">The Role of the Church</a> The church is called to be a place of healing and compassion, reflecting Jesus' ministry to the world.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_matthew_14.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Matthew 14</a> <a href="/q/why_do_miracle_accounts_differ_in_gospels.htm">Why do the accounts of the same miracle differ between Matthew 14 and the other Gospels, possibly indicating inconsistencies?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_'i_will_never_cast_out'_mean.htm">What was the purpose of Jesus' miracles?</a> <a href="/q/what_is_the_thomas_jefferson_bible.htm">What is the Thomas Jefferson Bible?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_'love_is_kind'_mean.htm">What does "Love is Kind" mean?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/matthew/14.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(14) And Jesus went forth.--The words imply that our Lord, from the height to which He had withdrawn, saw the crowds drawing near, and then, instead of retiring still further, went forward, moved by the touch of pity which the sight of an eager and suffering multitude never failed to rouse in Him (<a href="/matthew/9-36.htm" title="But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep having no shepherd.">Matthew 9:36</a>), to meet them and relieve their sufferings. St. Mark (<a href="/mark/6-34.htm" title="And Jesus, when he came out, saw much people, and was moved with compassion toward them, because they were as sheep not having a shepherd: and he began to teach them many things.">Mark 6:34</a>) adds that the source of His compassion was (as in <a href="/matthew/9-36.htm" title="But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep having no shepherd.">Matthew 9:36</a>) that they were as sheep having no shepherd.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/matthew/14.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 14. - The first half of this verse is found verbally in Mark (<a href="/mark/6-34.htm">Mark 6:34</a>); comp. also <a href="/matthew/9-36.htm">Matthew 9:36</a>, note. And Jesus went forth; came forth (Revised Version); i.e. from the more retired place where he had been conversing with his disciples (cf. Mark and Luke). And saw a great multitude. "The multitudes" of ver. 13 have now become one body. And was moved with compassion toward them; and he had compassion on them (Revised Version). The true reading, ἐπ αὐτοῖς (contrast Mark and <a href="/matthew/15-32.htm">Matthew 15:32</a>), regards the Lord's pity at, so to say, a later stage than the common reading, ἐπ αὐτούς. It was not only directed towards them, but actually resting on them. And he healed (ἐθεράπευσεν, <a href="/matthew/4-23.htm">Matthew 4:23</a>, note) their sick (τοὺς ἀῥῤώστους αὐτῶν). Αῥῤωστος here only in Matthew, elsewhere in the New Testament in <a href="/mark/6-5.htm">Mark 6:5, 13</a> [16:18]; <a href="/1_corinthians/11-30.htm">1 Corinthians 11:30</a>. As compared with ἀσθενής, it "seems to point to diseases predominantly marked by loss of bodily power ('diuturno languore teneri,' Calvin), while the more common ἀσθενής is simply used to denote sickness generally" (Bishop Ellicott, on 1 Corinthians, loc. cit.). But in our passage it is used without any such limitation (cf. Luke, "And he healed them that had need of healing"). Mark and John do not speak of miracles of healing on this occasion. <a href="/commentaries/matthew/14-14.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. He stepped ashore ἐξελθὼν (exelthōn) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1831.htm">Strong's 1831: </a> To go out, come out. From ek and erchomai; to issue. [and] saw εἶδεν (eiden) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person 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. a large πολὺν (polyn) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4183.htm">Strong's 4183: </a> Much, many; often. crowd, ὄχλον (ochlon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3793.htm">Strong's 3793: </a> From a derivative of echo; a throng; by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot. He had compassion ἐσπλαγχνίσθη (esplanchnisthē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4697.htm">Strong's 4697: </a> To feel compassion, have pity on, be moved. on ἐπ’ (ep’) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1909.htm">Strong's 1909: </a> On, to, against, on the basis of, at. them αὐτοῖς (autois) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 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. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. healed ἐθεράπευσεν (etherapeusen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2323.htm">Strong's 2323: </a> From the same as therapon; to wait upon menially, i.e. to adore, or to relieve. 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. sick. ἀρρώστους (arrōstous) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_732.htm">Strong's 732: </a> Infirm, sick, ill, feeble, sickly. 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