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chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/mark/1.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Simon and his companions went to look for him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/mark/1.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Later Simon and the others went out to find him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/mark/1.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />And Simon and those who were with him searched for him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/mark/1.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Simon and his companions went to look for Him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/mark/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />And Simon and those with him went after Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/mark/1.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And Simon and they that were with him followed after him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/mark/1.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />And Simon and those <i>who were</i> with Him searched for Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/mark/1.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Simon and his companions eagerly searched for Him;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/mark/1.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Simon and his companions searched for Him;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/mark/1.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And Simon and his companions hunted for Him;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/mark/1.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />And Simon and his companions searched for Him;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/mark/1.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Simon [Peter] and his companions searched [everywhere, looking anxiously] for Him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/mark/1.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Simon and his companions searched for him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/mark/1.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Simon and his companions went searching for Him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/mark/1.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And Simon and they that were with him followed after him;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/mark/1.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Simon and the others started looking for him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/mark/1.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And Simon and they that were with him followed after him;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/mark/1.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Simon and his friends searched for him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/mark/1.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />But Simon and his companions went out searching for him, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/mark/1.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Simon and his companions searched frantically for him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/mark/1.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Simon and his companions went to look for Him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/mark/1.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Simon and his companions searched for him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/mark/1.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />And Simon and those who were with him followed after him;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/mark/1.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And Simon, and they that were with him, followed after him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/mark/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />And Simon and the others searched everywhere for Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/mark/1.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Simon and those who were with him searched for him. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/mark/1.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and Simon and those with him went in quest of Him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/mark/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />And Simon and those with him went after Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/mark/1.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and Simon and those with him went in quest of him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/mark/1.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And Simon, and they with him, followed him.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/mark/1.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And Simon, and they that were with him, followed after him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/mark/1.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />And Simon, and those who were with him, followed after him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/mark/1.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Simon and those who were with him pursued him<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/mark/1.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />And Simon and his companions hunted for him.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/mark/1.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And Simon and those who were with him were looking for him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/mark/1.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />And Shimeon and his companions were seeking for him.<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/mark/1.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />And Simon, and those who were with him, followed after him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/mark/1.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br />And Simon and those who were with him followed Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/mark/1.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />And Simon, and those who were with him, eagerly pursued him;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/mark/1.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />Simon, and the rest of his company, followed after him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/mark/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />And Simon and the others searched everywhere for Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/mark/1.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />And Simon and those with Him followed after Him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/mark/1.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />And Simon, and they <i>that were</i> with him, went in quest of Him:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/mark/1-36.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/DmwDTC71zvQ?start=275" 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/mark/1.htm">Jesus Prays and Preaches</a></span><br><span class="reftext">35</span>Early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up and slipped out to a solitary place to pray. <span class="reftext">36</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/4613.htm" title="4613: Simōn (N-NMS) -- Simon. Of Hebrew origin; Simon, the name of nine Israelites.">Simon</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hoi (Art-NMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">his companions</a> <a href="/greek/3326.htm" title="3326: met’ (Prep) -- (a) gen: with, in company with, (b) acc: (1) behind, beyond, after, of place, (2) after, of time, with nouns, neut. of adjectives. "></a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autou (PPro-GM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons."></a> <a href="/greek/2614.htm" title="2614: katediōxen (V-AIA-3S) -- To hunt down, follow closely. From kata and dioko; to hunt down, i.e. Search for.">went to look for</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> </span> <span class="reftext">37</span>and when they found Him, they said, “Everyone is looking for You!”…<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="/luke/4-42.htm">Luke 4:42-43</a></span><br />At daybreak, Jesus went out to a solitary place, and the crowds were looking for Him. They came to Him and tried to keep Him from leaving. / But Jesus told them, “I must preach the good news of the kingdom of God to the other towns as well, because that is why I was sent.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><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="/john/1-35.htm">John 1:35-37</a></span><br />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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/14-22.htm">Matthew 14:22-23</a></span><br />Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of Him to the other side, while He dismissed the crowds. / After He had dismissed them, He went up on the mountain by Himself to pray. When evening came, He was there alone,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/6-12.htm">Luke 6:12-13</a></span><br />In those days Jesus went out to the mountain to pray, and He spent the night in prayer to God. / When daylight came, He called His disciples to Him and chose twelve of them, whom He also designated as apostles:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/6-15.htm">John 6:15</a></span><br />Then Jesus, realizing that they were about to come and make Him king by force, withdrew again to a mountain by Himself.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/26-36.htm">Matthew 26:36-38</a></span><br />Then Jesus went with His disciples to a place called Gethsemane, and He told them, “Sit here while I go over there and pray.” / He took with Him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee and began to be sorrowful and deeply distressed. / Then He said to them, “My soul is consumed with sorrow to the point of death. Stay here and keep watch with Me.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/9-18.htm">Luke 9:18</a></span><br />One day as Jesus was praying in private and the disciples were with Him, He questioned them: “Who do the crowds say I am?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/18-1.htm">John 18:1-2</a></span><br />After Jesus had spoken these words, He went out with His disciples across the Kidron Valley, where they entered a garden. / Now Judas His betrayer also knew the place, because Jesus had often met there with His disciples.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/1-13.htm">Acts 1:13-14</a></span><br />When they arrived, they went to the upper room where they were staying: Peter and John, James and Andrew, Philip and Thomas, Bartholomew and Matthew, James son of Alphaeus, Simon the Zealot, and Judas son of James. / With one accord they all continued in prayer, along with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with His brothers.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/33-7.htm">Exodus 33:7</a></span><br />Now Moses used to take the tent and pitch it at a distance outside the camp. He called it the Tent of Meeting, and anyone inquiring of the LORD would go to the Tent of Meeting outside the camp.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/3-3.htm">1 Samuel 3:3-4</a></span><br />Before the lamp of God had gone out, Samuel was lying down in the temple of the LORD, where the ark of God was located. / Then the LORD called to Samuel, and he answered, “Here I am.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/19-9.htm">1 Kings 19:9-13</a></span><br />There Elijah entered a cave and spent the night. And the word of the LORD came to him, saying, “What are you doing here, Elijah?” / “I have been very zealous for the LORD, the God of Hosts,” he replied, “but the Israelites have forsaken Your covenant, torn down Your altars, and killed Your prophets with the sword. I am the only one left, and they are seeking my life as well.” / Then the LORD said, “Go out and stand on the mountain before the LORD. Behold, the LORD is about to pass by.” And a great and mighty wind tore into the mountains and shattered the rocks before the LORD, but the LORD was not in the wind. After the wind there was an earthquake, but the LORD was not in the earthquake. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/4-33.htm">2 Kings 4:33</a></span><br />So he went in, closed the door behind the two of them, and prayed to the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/5-3.htm">Psalm 5:3</a></span><br />In the morning, O LORD, You hear my voice; at daybreak I lay my plea before You and wait in expectation.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And Simon and they that were with him followed after him.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/matthew/26-51.htm">Companions</a> <a href="/mark/1-28.htm">Everywhere</a> <a href="/mark/1-20.htm">Followed</a> <a href="/matthew/27-49.htm">Others</a> <a href="/amos/1-11.htm">Pursued</a> <a href="/matthew/13-45.htm">Quest</a> <a href="/obadiah/1-6.htm">Searched</a> <a href="/mark/1-30.htm">Simon</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/mark/2-25.htm">Companions</a> <a href="/mark/1-45.htm">Everywhere</a> <a href="/mark/2-14.htm">Followed</a> <a href="/mark/4-5.htm">Others</a> <a href="/luke/10-38.htm">Pursued</a> <a href="/matthew/13-45.htm">Quest</a> <a href="/luke/2-45.htm">Searched</a> <a href="/mark/3-16.htm">Simon</a><div class="vheading2">Mark 1</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/1-1.htm">The office of John the Baptist.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">9. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/1-9.htm">Jesus is baptized;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/1-12.htm">tempted;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/1-14.htm">he preaches;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/1-16.htm">calls Peter, Andrew, James, and John;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">23. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/1-23.htm">heals one that had a demon;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">29. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/1-29.htm">Peter's mother in law;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">32. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/1-32.htm">many diseased persons;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">40. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/1-40.htm">and cleanses the leper.</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/mark/1.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/1.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Simon and his companions</b><br>Simon, also known as Peter, is one of the first disciples called by Jesus. He is often seen as a leader among the disciples, which is evident in his frequent mention in the Gospels. His companions likely include Andrew, James, and John, who were also called by Jesus early in His ministry. These men were fishermen by trade, indicating their humble beginnings and the diverse backgrounds of Jesus' followers. The mention of "companions" highlights the communal aspect of Jesus' ministry, where discipleship was not a solitary journey but one shared with others.<p><b>went to look for Him</b><br>This phrase indicates a sense of urgency and determination. The disciples were actively seeking Jesus, which reflects their growing dependence on Him and their desire to be in His presence. This search occurs after Jesus had withdrawn to a solitary place to pray, emphasizing the importance of prayer in His ministry. The disciples' search for Jesus can be seen as a metaphor for the spiritual pursuit of Christ, a theme echoed throughout the New Testament. It also foreshadows the later mission of the disciples to seek out the lost and bring them to Jesus, aligning with the Great Commission found in <a href="/matthew/28-19.htm">Matthew 28:19-20</a>.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/simon.htm">Simon (Peter)</a></b><br>One of Jesus' first disciples, originally a fisherman. He is often seen as a leader among the disciples and is known for his impulsive nature and deep devotion to Jesus.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/c/companions.htm">Companions</a></b><br>This likely refers to other disciples who were with Simon, possibly including Andrew, James, and John, who were also called by Jesus early in His ministry.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a></b><br>The central figure of the New Testament, the Son of God, who was engaged in prayer and solitude before being sought by His disciples.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/c/capernaum.htm">Capernaum</a></b><br>The town where Jesus was staying at this time, which served as a base for much of His Galilean ministry.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/e/event.htm">Event</a></b><br>The disciples searching for Jesus after He had gone to a solitary place to pray, highlighting the beginning of His public ministry and the demand for His presence and teaching.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_seeking_jesus.htm">The Importance of Seeking Jesus</a></b><br>Just as Simon and his companions actively sought Jesus, believers today are called to seek Him through prayer, scripture, and fellowship.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_leadership_in_discipleship.htm">The Role of Leadership in Discipleship</a></b><br>Simon's initiative in looking for Jesus reflects the responsibility of leaders to guide others in their spiritual journey.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/b/balancing_ministry_and_solitude.htm">Balancing Ministry and Solitude</a></b><br>Jesus' example of withdrawing for prayer teaches the necessity of balancing active ministry with personal time with God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_in_following_christ.htm">Community in Following Christ</a></b><br>The mention of "companions" highlights the importance of community and accountability in the Christian walk.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/responding_to_spiritual_hunger.htm">Responding to Spiritual Hunger</a></b><br>The disciples' search for Jesus reflects the spiritual hunger that should drive believers to pursue deeper relationship and understanding of Christ.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_mark_1.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Mark 1</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_did_jesus_pray_for.htm">What did Jesus pray for during His ministry?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/did_jesus_carry_his_cross.htm">Did Jesus bear his own cross? Yes (John 19:17) No (Matthew 27:31-32)</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_mark_1_16-20_historically_plausible.htm">Does Mark 1:16-20 accurately depict fishermen suddenly abandoning their livelihoods to follow Jesus, or is this detail historically implausible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_were_the_ages_of_jesus'_disciples.htm">What were the ages of Jesus' disciples?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/mark/1.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(36) <span class= "bld">Simon and they that were with him.</span>--This part of the narrative is given by St. Luke also, but not by St. Matthew. The definite statement who they were that followed after Him is, however, peculiar to St. Mark; while St. Luke alone gives their motive: "they stayed Him that He should not depart from them." They would fain have kept Him at Capernaum, that He might teach them and heal their sick. This is to some extent, perhaps, implied in the words "All men seek for Thee."<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/mark/1.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 36.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">And Simon and they that were with him followed after him</span> <span class="greek">κατεδίωξαν</span> the word implies an "earnest pursuing." They that were with him would doubtless include Andrew and James and John, and probably others whose enthusiasm had been kindled by Simon Peter. St. Luke, in the parallel passage (<a href="/luke/4-42.htm">Luke 4:42</a>). tells us that "the multitudes sought after him, and came unto him, and would have stayed him, that he should not go from them." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/mark/1-36.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">Simon</span><br /><span class="grk">Σίμων</span> <span class="translit">(Simōn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_4613.htm">Strong's 4613: </a> </span><span class="str2">Simon. Of Hebrew origin; Simon, the name of nine Israelites.</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">his companions</span><br /><span class="grk">οἱ</span> <span class="translit">(hoi)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article - Nominative Masculine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">went to look for</span><br /><span class="grk">κατεδίωξεν</span> <span class="translit">(katediōxen)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2614.htm">Strong's 2614: </a> </span><span class="str2">To hunt down, follow closely. From kata and dioko; to hunt down, i.e. Search for.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Him,</span><br /><span class="grk">αὐτὸν</span> <span class="translit">(auton)</span><br /><span class="parse">Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 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. 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