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A large crowd came to him, and he began to teach them. <a href="/nlt/mark/2.htm">New Living Translation</a> Then Jesus went out to the lakeshore again and taught the crowds that were coming to him. <a href="/esv/mark/2.htm">English Standard Version</a> He went out again beside the sea, and all the crowd was coming to him, and he was teaching them. <a href="/bsb/mark/2.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Once again Jesus went out beside the sea. All the people came to Him, and He taught them there. <a href="/blb/mark/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And He went forth again beside the sea, and all the crowd was coming to Him, and He taught them. <a href="/kjv/mark/2.htm">King James Bible</a> And he went forth again by the sea side; and all the multitude resorted unto him, and he taught them. <a href="/nkjv/mark/2.htm">New King James Version</a> Then He went out again by the sea; and all the multitude came to Him, and He taught them. <a href="/nasb_/mark/2.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> And He went out again by the seashore; and all the people were coming to Him, and He was teaching them. <a href="/nasb/mark/2.htm">NASB 1995</a> And He went out again by the seashore; and all the people were coming to Him, and He was teaching them. <a href="/nasb77/mark/2.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And He went out again by the seashore; and all the multitude were coming to Him, and He was teaching them. <a href="/lsb/mark/2.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And He went out again by the seashore; and the entire crowd was coming to Him, and He was teaching them. <a href="/amp/mark/2.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Jesus went out again along the [Galilean] seashore; and all the people were coming to Him, and He was teaching them. <a href="/csb/mark/2.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Jesus went out again beside the sea. The whole crowd was coming to him, and he was teaching them. <a href="/hcsb/mark/2.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Then Jesus went out again beside the sea. The whole crowd was coming to Him, and He taught them. <a href="/asv/mark/2.htm">American Standard Version</a> And he went forth again by the sea side; and all the multitude resorted unto him, and he taught them. <a href="/cev/mark/2.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Once again, Jesus went to the shore of Lake Galilee. A large crowd gathered around him, and he taught them. <a href="/erv/mark/2.htm">English Revised Version</a> And he went forth again by the sea side; and all the multitude resorted unto him, and he taught them. <a href="/gwt/mark/2.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Jesus went to the seashore again. Large crowds came to him, and he taught them. <a href="/gnt/mark/2.htm">Good News Translation</a> Jesus went back again to the shore of Lake Galilee. A crowd came to him, and he started teaching them. <a href="/isv/mark/2.htm">International Standard Version</a> Jesus went out again beside the sea. The whole crowd kept coming to him, and he kept teaching them. <a href="/msb/mark/2.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Once again Jesus went out beside the sea. All the people came to Him, and He taught them there. <a href="/net/mark/2.htm">NET Bible</a> Jesus went out again by the sea. The whole crowd came to him, and he taught them. <a href="/nheb/mark/2.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> And he went out again by the seaside. All the crowd came to him, and he taught them. <a href="/wbt/mark/2.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And he went forth again by the sea-side; and all the multitude resorted to him, and he taught them. <a href="/wey/mark/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Again He went out to the shore of the Lake, and the whole multitude kept coming to Him, and He taught them. <a href="/web/mark/2.htm">World English Bible</a> He went out again by the seaside. All the multitude came to him, and he taught them. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/mark/2.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And He went forth again by the sea, and all the multitude was coming to Him, and He was teaching them, <a href="/blb/mark/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And He went forth again beside the sea, and all the crowd was coming to Him, and He taught them. <a href="/ylt/mark/2.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> And he went forth again by the sea, and all the multitude was coming unto him, and he was teaching them, <a href="/slt/mark/2.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And he went out again by the sea; and all the crowd came to him, and he taught them.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/mark/2.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And he went forth again to the sea side; and all the multitude came to him, and he taught them. <a href="/cpdv/mark/2.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And he departed again to the sea. And the entire crowd came to him, and he taught them. <a href="/nabre/mark/2.htm">New American Bible</a> Once again he went out along the sea. All the crowd came to him and he taught them. <a href="/nrsvce/mark/2.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Jesus went out again beside the sea; the whole crowd gathered around him, and he taught them.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/mark/2.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And he went out again by the seaside, and all the people kept coming to him, and he taught them. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/mark/2.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And he went out again to the sea and all the crowds were coming to him and he was teaching them.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/mark/2.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And he went out again by the sea: and all the multitude came to him, and he taught them. <a href="/godbey/mark/2.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And He came out again by the sea; and the whole multitude came to Him, and He was teaching them. <a href="/haweis/mark/2.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> And he went forth again to the sea side; and all the people came unto him; and he taught them. <a href="/mace/mark/2.htm">Mace New Testament</a> Another time as he was by the sea-side, the people came all crowding to him, and he instructed them. <a href="/wey/mark/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Again He went out to the shore of the Lake, and the whole multitude kept coming to Him, and He taught them. <a href="/worrell/mark/2.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And He went again by the sea; and all the multitude were coming to Him, and He was teaching them. <a href="/worsley/mark/2.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And He went out again towards the sea-side, and all the people resorted to Him, and He taught them. <a href="/parallel/mark/2-13.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=454" 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">The Calling of Levi</a> 12And immediately the man got up, picked up his mat, and walked out in front of them all. As a result, they were all astounded and glorified God, saying, “We have never seen anything like this!” 13<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: Kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">Once</a> <a href="/greek/3825.htm" title="3825: palin (Adv) -- Probably from the same as pale; anew, i.e. back, once more, or furthermore or on the other hand.">again</a> <a href="/greek/1831.htm" title="1831: exēlthen (V-AIA-3S) -- To go out, come out. From ek and erchomai; to issue.">Jesus went out</a> <a href="/greek/3844.htm" title="3844: para (Prep) -- Gen: from; dat: beside, in the presence of; acc: alongside of. ">beside</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.">the</a> <a href="/greek/2281.htm" title="2281: thalassan (N-AFS) -- Probably prolonged from hals; the sea.">sea.</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: pas (Adj-NMS) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">All</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.">the</a> <a href="/greek/3793.htm" title="3793: ochlos (N-NMS) -- From a derivative of echo; a throng; by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot.">people</a> <a href="/greek/2064.htm" title="2064: ērcheto (V-IIM/P-3S) -- To come, go. ">came</a> <a href="/greek/4314.htm" title="4314: pros (Prep) -- To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward.">to</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: auton (PPro-AM3S) -- 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/1321.htm" title="1321: edidasken (V-IIA-3S) -- To teach, direct, admonish. A prolonged form of a primary verb dao; to teach.">He taught</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 there.</a> 14As He was walking along, He saw Levi son of Alphaeus sitting at the tax booth. “Follow Me,” He told him, and Levi got up and followed Him.…<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/9-9.htm">Matthew 9:9</a> As Jesus went on from there, He saw a man named Matthew sitting at the tax booth. “Follow Me,” He told him, and Matthew got up and followed Him. <a href="/luke/5-27.htm">Luke 5:27-28</a> After this, Jesus went out and saw a tax collector named Levi sitting at the tax booth. “Follow Me,” He told him, / and Levi got up, left everything, and followed Him. <a href="/matthew/4-18.htm">Matthew 4:18-22</a> As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, He saw two brothers, Simon called Peter and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net into the sea, for they were fishermen. / “Come, follow Me,” Jesus said, “and I will make you fishers of men.” / And at once they left their nets and followed Him. ... <a href="/john/1-35.htm">John 1:35-42</a> The next day John was there again with two of his disciples. / When he saw Jesus walking by, he said, “Look, the Lamb of God!” / And when the two disciples heard him say this, they followed Jesus. ... <a href="/matthew/13-1.htm">Matthew 13:1-2</a> That same day Jesus went out of the house and sat by the sea. / Such large crowds gathered around Him that He got into a boat and sat down, while all the people stood on the shore. <a href="/luke/6-17.htm">Luke 6:17-19</a> 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. <a href="/john/6-1.htm">John 6:1-2</a> After this, Jesus crossed to the other side of the Sea of Galilee (that is, the Sea of Tiberias). / A large crowd followed Him because they saw the signs He was performing on the sick. <a href="/matthew/5-1.htm">Matthew 5:1-2</a> When Jesus saw the crowds, He went up on the mountain and sat down. His disciples came to Him, / and He began to teach them, saying: <a href="/john/12-12.htm">John 12:12-13</a> The next day the great crowd that had come to the feast heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem. / They took palm branches and went out to meet Him, shouting: “Hosanna!” “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Blessed is the King of Israel!” <a href="/matthew/15-29.htm">Matthew 15:29-31</a> Moving on from there, Jesus went along the Sea of Galilee. Then He went up on a mountain and sat down. / 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. / The crowd was amazed when they saw the mute speaking, the crippled restored, the lame walking, and the blind seeing. And they glorified the God of Israel. <a href="/isaiah/9-1.htm">Isaiah 9:1-2</a> Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those in distress. In the past He humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future He will honor the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the nations: / The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death, a light has dawned. <a href="/isaiah/42-1.htm">Isaiah 42:1-4</a> “Here is My Servant, whom I uphold, My Chosen One, in whom My soul delights. I will put My Spirit on Him, and He will bring justice to the nations. / He will not cry out or raise His voice, nor make His voice heard in the streets. / A bruised reed He will not break and a smoldering wick He will not extinguish; He will faithfully bring forth justice. ... <a href="/isaiah/61-1.htm">Isaiah 61:1-3</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, / to proclaim the year of the LORD’s favor and the day of our God’s vengeance, to comfort all who mourn, / to console the mourners in Zion—to give them a crown of beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, and a garment of praise for a spirit of despair. So they will be called oaks of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified. <a href="/jeremiah/31-31.htm">Jeremiah 31:31-34</a> Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel and with the house of Judah. / It will not be like the covenant I made with their fathers when I took them by the hand to lead them out of the land of Egypt—a covenant they broke, though I was a husband to them,” declares the LORD. / “But this is the covenant I will make with the house of Israel after those days, declares the LORD. I will put My law in their minds and inscribe it on their hearts. And I will be their God, and they will be My people. ... <a href="/ezekiel/34-11.htm">Ezekiel 34:11-16</a> For this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Behold, I Myself will search for My flock and seek them out. / As a shepherd looks for his scattered sheep when he is among the flock, so I will look for My flock. I will rescue them from all the places to which they were scattered on a day of clouds and darkness. / I will bring them out from the peoples, gather them from the countries, and bring them into their own land. I will feed them on the mountains of Israel, in the ravines, and in all the settlements of the land. ...</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And he went forth again by the sea side; and all the multitude resorted to him, and he taught them.by.<a href="/matthew/9-9.htm">Matthew 9:9</a> And as Jesus passed forth from thence, he saw a man, named Matthew, sitting at the receipt of custom: and he saith unto him, Follow me. And he arose, and followed him.<a href="/matthew/13-1.htm">Matthew 13:1</a> The same day went Jesus out of the house, and sat by the sea side.and all.<a href="/mark/2-2.htm">Mark 2:2</a> And straightway many were gathered together, insomuch that there was no room to receive them, no, not so much as about the door: and he preached the word unto them.<a href="/mark/3-7.htm">Mark 3:7,8,20,21</a> But Jesus withdrew himself with his disciples to the sea: and a great multitude from Galilee followed him, and from Judaea, … <a href="/mark/4-1.htm">Mark 4:1</a> And he began again to teach by the sea side: and there was gathered unto him a great multitude, so that he entered into a ship, and sat in the sea; and the whole multitude was by the sea on the land.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/mark/2-4.htm">Crowd</a> <a href="/mark/2-12.htm">Forth</a> <a href="/mark/2-2.htm">Gathered</a> <a href="/mark/2-8.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/matthew/27-36.htm">Kept</a> <a href="/mark/1-16.htm">Lake</a> <a href="/matthew/27-24.htm">Multitude</a> <a href="/mark/2-8.htm">Once</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/25-15.htm">Resorted</a> <a href="/mark/1-16.htm">Sea</a> <a href="/jeremiah/47-7.htm">Seashore</a> <a href="/matthew/13-1.htm">Seaside</a> <a href="/matthew/4-13.htm">Sea-Side</a> <a href="/mark/1-16.htm">Shore</a> <a href="/matthew/21-42.htm">Side</a> <a href="/mark/1-22.htm">Taught</a> <a href="/mark/2-2.htm">Teaching</a> <a href="/mark/1-39.htm">Whole</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/mark/3-7.htm">Crowd</a> <a href="/mark/3-3.htm">Forth</a> <a href="/mark/3-20.htm">Gathered</a> <a href="/mark/2-14.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/mark/3-4.htm">Kept</a> <a href="/mark/3-7.htm">Lake</a> <a href="/mark/3-7.htm">Multitude</a> <a href="/mark/4-1.htm">Once</a> <a href="/luke/8-4.htm">Resorted</a> <a href="/mark/3-7.htm">Sea</a> <a href="/hebrews/11-12.htm">Seashore</a> <a href="/mark/4-1.htm">Seaside</a> <a href="/mark/4-1.htm">Sea-Side</a> <a href="/mark/4-1.htm">Shore</a> <a href="/mark/3-8.htm">Side</a> <a href="/mark/4-2.htm">Taught</a> <a href="/mark/4-1.htm">Teaching</a> <a href="/mark/2-17.htm">Whole</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>Once again Jesus went out beside the sea. This phrase indicates a recurring pattern in Jesus' ministry, where He often withdrew to natural settings, such as the Sea of Galilee, to teach and interact with the crowds. The Sea of Galilee, also known as Lake Gennesaret, was a central location in Jesus' ministry, providing a backdrop for many of His teachings and miracles. This setting allowed for large gatherings, as the natural amphitheater effect of the shoreline enabled His voice to carry to the crowds. The sea also symbolizes the boundary between the known and the unknown, reflecting Jesus' mission to reach beyond traditional boundaries.All the people came to Him, This phrase highlights the widespread appeal and magnetic draw of Jesus' ministry. People from various backgrounds and social standings were drawn to Him, indicating His universal message and the hope He offered. This gathering of people fulfills the prophetic vision of the Messiah drawing all nations to Himself, as seen in <a href="/isaiah/2-2.htm">Isaiah 2:2-3</a>, where all nations stream to the mountain of the Lord. It also reflects the fulfillment of the promise to Abraham that all nations would be blessed through his seed (<a href="/genesis/12-3.htm">Genesis 12:3</a>).and He taught them there. Teaching was a central aspect of Jesus' ministry, emphasizing His role as a rabbi and a prophet. His teachings often included parables, which were simple stories with profound spiritual truths, making His message accessible to all. This phrase underscores the importance of Jesus' teachings in revealing the nature of God's kingdom and His expectations for His followers. The act of teaching by the sea also connects to the imagery of the sea as a place of revelation and transformation, as seen in other biblical narratives such as Moses parting the Red Sea (Exodus 14) and Jonah's encounter with the great fish (Jonah 1-2).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a> Central figure in the Gospel of Mark, the Son of God, who is teaching by the sea. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_sea.htm">The Sea</a> Likely the Sea of Galilee, a significant location in Jesus' ministry where He often taught and performed miracles. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_people.htm">The People</a> The crowd that followed Jesus, eager to hear His teachings and witness His works. 4. <a href="/topical/t/teaching.htm">Teaching</a> The act of Jesus imparting wisdom and truth to the people, a central aspect of His ministry.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_place_in_ministry.htm">The Importance of Place in Ministry</a> Jesus often chose significant locations for His teachings, such as the Sea of Galilee. Consider how the places we choose for ministry can impact our effectiveness and reach. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_teaching_in_jesus'_ministry.htm">The Role of Teaching in Jesus' Ministry</a> Teaching was a central component of Jesus' ministry. As followers of Christ, we should prioritize learning and sharing His teachings with others. <a href="/topical/t/the_draw_of_jesus'_presence.htm">The Draw of Jesus' Presence</a> The people were drawn to Jesus, eager to hear His words. Reflect on how our lives can draw others to Christ through our actions and words. <a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_gathering.htm">The Power of Gathering</a> The gathering of people around Jesus shows the importance of community in faith. Engage in and foster community within your church and local area. <a href="/topical/r/responding_to_jesus'_call.htm">Responding to Jesus' Call</a> Just as the people came to Jesus, we are called to respond to His invitation to learn and grow in faith. Consider how you can actively seek Jesus in your daily life.<a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/mark/2.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verses 13, 14. - It is probable that our Lord remained some time at Capernaum before he went forth again. The word "again" refers to his former going forth (see <a href="/mark/1-35.htm">Mark 1:35</a>). When he went forth on this occasion he appears to have traveled southwards along the sea-shore. There, not far from Capernaum, he saw Levi, the son of Alphseus, sitting at the receipt of custom (ἐπὶ τὸ τελώνιον); more literally, at the place of toll. This place would be in the direct line for traders from Damascus to Accho, and a convenient spot for the receipt of the duties on the shipping. It is observable that in St. Matthew's own Gospel (<a href="/matthew/9-9.htm">Matthew 9:9</a>) he describes himself as "a man named Matthew." St. Luke, like St. Mark, calls him Levi. The same person is no doubt meant. It is most likely that his original name was Levi, and that upon his call to be an apostle he received a new name, that of Matthew, or Mattathias, which, according to Gesenius, means "the gift of Jehovah." In his own Gospel he names himself Matthew, that he might proclaim the kindness and love of Christ towards him, in the spirit of St. Paul, where he says, "Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am chief" (<a href="/1_timothy/1-15.htm">1 Timothy 1:15</a>). Follow me; me, that is, whom you have already heard preaching the gospel of the kingdom in Capernaum, and confirming it by many miracles, and especially by that conspicuous miracle spoken of by all, the healing of the paralytic. St. Chrysostom says that "our Lord called Matthew, who was already constrained by the report of his miracles." The condescension of Christ is shown in this, that he called Matthew the "publican," who on that account was odious to the Jews, not only to be a partaker of his grace, but to be one of his chosen followers, a friend, an apostle, and an evangelist. It has been urged against the truth of Christianity, by Porphyry and others, that the first disciples followed Christ blindly, as though they would have followed without reason any one who called them. But they were not men who acted upon mere impulse and without reason. The miracles, no doubt, produced an impression upon them. And then we may reasonably suppose that their moral faculties perceived the majesty of Deity shining through the countenance of the Son of God. As the magnet attracts the iron, so Christ drew Matthew and others to himself; and by this attractive power he communicated his graces and virtues to them, such as an ardent love of God, contempt of the world, and burning zeal for the salvation of souls. <a href="/commentaries/mark/2-13.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>[Once] Καὶ (Kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. again πάλιν (palin) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3825.htm">Strong's 3825: </a> Probably from the same as pale; anew, i.e. back, once more, or furthermore or on the other hand. [Jesus] went out ἐξῆλθεν (exēlthen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1831.htm">Strong's 1831: </a> To go out, come out. From ek and erchomai; to issue. beside παρὰ (para) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_3844.htm">Strong's 3844: </a> Gen: from; dat: beside, in the presence of; acc: alongside of. the τὴν (tēn) Article - Accusative Feminine 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. sea. θάλασσαν (thalassan) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2281.htm">Strong's 2281: </a> Probably prolonged from hals; the sea. All πᾶς (pas) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3956.htm">Strong's 3956: </a> All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. the ὁ (ho) Article - Nominative 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. people ὄχλος (ochlos) Noun - Nominative 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. came ἤρχετο (ērcheto) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2064.htm">Strong's 2064: </a> To come, go. to πρὸς (pros) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_4314.htm">Strong's 4314: </a> To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward. Him, αὐτόν (auton) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Singular <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. He taught ἐδίδασκεν (edidasken) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1321.htm">Strong's 1321: </a> To teach, direct, admonish. A prolonged form of a primary verb dao; to teach. them [there]. αὐτούς (autous) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. 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