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Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout, &#8220Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!&#8221 <a href="/nlt/mark/10.htm">New Living Translation</a> When Bartimaeus heard that Jesus of Nazareth was nearby, he began to shout, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” <a href="/esv/mark/10.htm">English Standard Version</a> And when he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out and say, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” <a href="/bsb/mark/10.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” <a href="/blb/mark/10.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And having heard that it is Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out and to say, "Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me." <a href="/kjv/mark/10.htm">King James Bible</a> And when he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out, and say, Jesus, thou Son of David, have mercy on me. <a href="/nkjv/mark/10.htm">New King James Version</a> And when he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out and say, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” <a href="/nasb_/mark/10.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> And when he heard that it was Jesus the Nazarene, he began to cry out and say, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” <a href="/nasb/mark/10.htm">NASB 1995</a> When he heard that it was Jesus the Nazarene, he began to cry out and say, &#8220Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/mark/10.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And when he heard that it was Jesus the Nazarene, he began to cry out and say, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” <a href="/lsb/mark/10.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And when he heard that it was Jesus the Nazarene, he began to cry out and say, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” <a href="/amp/mark/10.htm">Amplified Bible</a> When Bartimaeus heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout and say, “Jesus, Son of David (Messiah), have mercy on me!” <a href="/csb/mark/10.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me! ” <a href="/hcsb/mark/10.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> When he heard that it was Jesus the Nazarene, he began to cry out, &#8220Son of David, Jesus, have mercy on me!&#8221 <a href="/asv/mark/10.htm">American Standard Version</a> And when he heard that it was Jesus the Nazarene, he began to cry out, and say, Jesus, thou son of David, have mercy on me. <a href="/cev/mark/10.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> When he heard that it was Jesus from Nazareth, he shouted, "Jesus, Son of David, have pity on me!" <a href="/erv/mark/10.htm">English Revised Version</a> And when he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out, and say, Jesus, thou son of David, have mercy on me. <a href="/gwt/mark/10.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> When he heard that Jesus from Nazareth [was passing by], he began to shout, "Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!" <a href="/gnt/mark/10.htm">Good News Translation</a> When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout, "Jesus! Son of David! Have mercy on me!" <a href="/isv/mark/10.htm">International Standard Version</a> When he heard that Jesus of Nazareth was there, he began to shout, "Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!" <a href="/msb/mark/10.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” <a href="/net/mark/10.htm">NET Bible</a> When he heard that it was Jesus the Nazarene, he began to shout, "Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!" <a href="/nheb/mark/10.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> When he heard that it was Jesus the Nazarene, he began to cry out, and say, "Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me." <a href="/wbt/mark/10.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And when he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out, and say, Jesus, thou son of David, have mercy on me. <a href="/wey/mark/10.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Hearing that it was Jesus the Nazarene, he began to cry out, "Son of David, Jesus, have pity on me." <a href="/web/mark/10.htm">World English Bible</a> When he heard that it was Jesus the Nazarene, he began to cry out and say, “Jesus, you son of David, have mercy on me!” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/mark/10.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and having heard that it is Jesus the Nazarene, he began to cry out, and to say, “The Son of David—Jesus! Deal kindly with me”; <a href="/blb/mark/10.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And having heard that it is Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out and to say, "Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me." <a href="/ylt/mark/10.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and having heard that it is Jesus the Nazarene, he began to cry out, and to say, 'The Son of David -- Jesus! deal kindly with me;' <a href="/slt/mark/10.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And having heard that it is Jesus the Nazarite, he began to cry, and to say, Son of David, O Jesus, compassionate me.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/mark/10.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Who when he had heard, that it was Jesus of Nazareth, began to cry out, and to say: Jesus son of David, have mercy on me. <a href="/cpdv/mark/10.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And when he had heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out and to say, “Jesus, Son of David, take pity on me.” <a href="/nabre/mark/10.htm">New American Bible</a> On hearing that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out and say, “Jesus, son of David, have pity on me.” <a href="/nrsvce/mark/10.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout out and say, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!”<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/mark/10.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry aloud and say, O son of David, have mercy on me. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/mark/10.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And he heard that it was Yeshua the Nazarene, and he began to cry out and to say, “Son of David, have mercy on me!”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/mark/10.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And when he heard that it was Jesus the Nazarene, he began to cry out and say: Jesus, son of David, have mercy on me! <a href="/godbey/mark/10.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And hearing that it is Jesus the Nazarene, began to cry out, and say, Jesus, son of David, have mercy on me. <a href="/haweis/mark/10.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> and hearing that Jesus of Nazareth was passing by, he began to cry out, and say, O Son of David, Jesus, have mercy on me! <a href="/mace/mark/10.htm">Mace New Testament</a> when he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he cried out, and said, Jesus, son of David, have pity on me. <a href="/wey/mark/10.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Hearing that it was Jesus the Nazarene, he began to cry out, "Son of David, Jesus, have pity on me." <a href="/worrell/mark/10.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And, hearing that it was Jesus the Nazarene, he began to cry out, and say, "Son of David! Jesus! have mercy on me!" <a href="/worsley/mark/10.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And hearing that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out, and say, Jesus, thou son of David, have mercy on me. <a href="/parallel/mark/10-47.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/DmwDTC71zvQ?start=3541" 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/10.htm">Jesus Heals Bartimaeus</a> 46Next, they came to Jericho. And as Jesus and His disciples were leaving Jericho with a large crowd, a blind beggar named Bartimaeus, the son of Timaeus, was sitting beside the road. 47<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">When</a> <a href="/greek/191.htm" title="191: akousas (V-APA-NMS) -- To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear.">he heard</a> <a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.">that</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: estin (V-PIA-3S) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">it was</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/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.">of</a> <a href="/greek/3479.htm" title="3479: Nazarēnos (N-NMS) -- Of Nazareth, a Nazarene. From Nazareth; a Nazarene, i.e. Inhabitant of Nazareth.">Nazareth,</a> <a href="/greek/756.htm" title="756: ērxato (V-AIM-3S) -- To begin. Middle voice of archo; to commence.">he began</a> <a href="/greek/2896.htm" title="2896: krazein (V-PNA) -- To cry aloud, shriek. A primary verb; properly, to croak or scream, i.e. to call aloud.">to cry out,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/3004.htm" title="3004: legein (V-PNA) -- (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. "></a> <a href="/greek/2424.htm" title="2424: Iēsou (N-VMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.">“Jesus,</a> <a href="/greek/5207.htm" title="5207: Huie (N-VMS) -- A son, descendent. Apparently a primary word; a son, used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship.">Son</a> <a href="/greek/1138.htm" title="1138: Dauid (N-GMS) -- David, King of Israel. Of Hebrew origin; Dabid, the Israelite king.">of David,</a> <a href="/greek/1653.htm" title="1653: eleēson (V-AMA-2S) -- To pity, have mercy on. From eleos; to compassionate.">have mercy on</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: me (PPro-A1S) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">me!”</a> 48Many people admonished him to be silent, but he cried out all the louder, “Son of David, have mercy on me!”…<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/9-27.htm">Matthew 9:27</a> As Jesus went on from there, two blind men followed Him, crying out, “Have mercy on us, Son of David!” <a href="/luke/18-38.htm">Luke 18:38</a> So he called out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” <a href="/matthew/20-30.htm">Matthew 20:30-31</a> And there were two blind men sitting beside the road. When they heard that Jesus was passing by, they cried out, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!” / The crowd admonished them to be silent, but they cried out all the louder, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!” <a href="/luke/18-35.htm">Luke 18:35-39</a> As Jesus drew near to Jericho, a blind man was sitting beside the road, begging. / When he heard the crowd going by, he asked what was happening. / “Jesus of Nazareth is passing by,” they told him. ... <a href="/isaiah/35-5.htm">Isaiah 35:5-6</a> Then the eyes of the blind will be opened and the ears of the deaf unstopped. / Then the lame will leap like a deer and the mute tongue will shout for joy. For waters will gush forth in the wilderness, and streams in the desert. <a href="/matthew/15-22.htm">Matthew 15:22</a> And a Canaanite woman from that region came to Him, crying out, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on me! My daughter is miserably possessed by a demon.” <a href="/isaiah/42-6.htm">Isaiah 42:6-7</a> “I, the LORD, have called you for a righteous purpose, and I will take hold of your hand. I will keep you and appoint you to be a covenant for the people and a light to the nations, / to open the eyes of the blind, to bring prisoners out of the dungeon and those sitting in darkness out from the prison house. <a href="/john/9-1.htm">John 9:1-7</a> Now as Jesus was passing by, He saw a man blind from birth, / 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="/psalms/146-8.htm">Psalm 146:8</a> the LORD opens the eyes of the blind, the LORD lifts those who are weighed down, the LORD loves the righteous. <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="/matthew/21-9.htm">Matthew 21:9</a> The crowds that went ahead of Him and those that followed were shouting: “Hosanna to the Son of David!” “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Hosanna in the highest!” <a href="/luke/4-18.htm">Luke 4:18</a> “The Spirit of the Lord is on Me, because He has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to release the oppressed, <a href="/john/7-42.htm">John 7:42</a> Doesn’t the Scripture say that the Christ will come from the line of David and from Bethlehem, the village where David lived?” <a href="/2_samuel/7-12.htm">2 Samuel 7:12-13</a> And when your days are fulfilled and you rest with your fathers, I will raise up your descendant after you, who will come from your own body, and I will establish his kingdom. / He will build a house for My Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. <a href="/jeremiah/23-5.htm">Jeremiah 23:5-6</a> Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, and He will reign wisely as King and will administer justice and righteousness in the land. / In His days Judah will be saved, and Israel will dwell securely. And this is His name by which He will be called: The LORD Our Righteousness.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And when he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out, and say, Jesus, you son of David, have mercy on me.Jesus.<a href="/matthew/2-23.htm">Matthew 2:23</a> And he came and dwelt in a city called Nazareth: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophets, He shall be called a Nazarene.<a href="/matthew/21-11.htm">Matthew 21:11</a> And the multitude said, This is Jesus the prophet of Nazareth of Galilee.<a href="/matthew/26-71.htm">Matthew 26:71</a> And when he was gone out into the porch, another maid saw him, and said unto them that were there, This fellow was also with Jesus of Nazareth.thou.<a href="/isaiah/9-6.htm">Isaiah 9:6,7</a> For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counseller, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace… <a href="/isaiah/11-1.htm">Isaiah 11:1</a> And there shall come forth a rod out of the stem of Jesse, and a Branch shall grow out of his roots:<a href="/jeremiah/23-5.htm">Jeremiah 23:5,6</a> Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will raise unto David a righteous Branch, and a King shall reign and prosper, and shall execute judgment and justice in the earth… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/mark/9-26.htm">Cry</a> <a href="/mark/2-25.htm">David</a> <a href="/mark/7-36.htm">Deal</a> <a href="/mark/8-18.htm">Ears</a> <a href="/mark/10-41.htm">Heard</a> <a href="/mark/10-41.htm">Hearing</a> <a href="/mark/10-46.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/mark/5-19.htm">Kindly</a> <a href="/mark/5-19.htm">Mercy</a> <a href="/matthew/26-71.htm">Nazaraean</a> <a href="/mark/1-24.htm">Nazarene</a> <a href="/mark/1-24.htm">Nazareth</a> <a href="/mark/9-22.htm">Pity</a> <a href="/mark/3-11.htm">Shout</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/mark/13-35.htm">Cry</a> <a href="/mark/10-48.htm">David</a> <a href="/mark/10-48.htm">Deal</a> <a href="/mark/11-18.htm">Ears</a> <a href="/mark/11-14.htm">Heard</a> <a href="/mark/11-14.htm">Hearing</a> <a href="/mark/10-49.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/mark/10-48.htm">Kindly</a> <a href="/mark/10-48.htm">Mercy</a> <a href="/luke/18-37.htm">Nazaraean</a> <a href="/mark/14-67.htm">Nazarene</a> <a href="/mark/14-67.htm">Nazareth</a> <a href="/mark/10-48.htm">Pity</a> <a href="/luke/23-18.htm">Shout</a><div class="vheading2">Mark 10</div>1. <a href="/mark/10-1.htm">Jesus disputes with the Pharisees concerning divorce;</a> 13. <a href="/mark/10-13.htm">blesses the children that are brought unto him;</a> 17. <a href="/mark/10-17.htm">resolves a rich man how he may inherit everlasting life;</a> 23. <a href="/mark/10-23.htm">tells his disciples of the danger of riches;</a> 28. <a href="/mark/10-28.htm">promises rewards to those who forsake all for the gospel;</a> 32. <a href="/mark/10-32.htm">foretells his death and resurrection;</a> 35. <a href="/mark/10-35.htm">bids the two ambitious suitors to think rather of suffering with him;</a> 46. <a href="/mark/10-46.htm">and restores to Bartimaeus his sight.</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> <script type="text/javascript"> </script> <script type="text/javascript" src="//pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/show_ads.js"> </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading"><a href="/study/mark/10.htm">Berean Study Bible</a></div>When he heard The phrase "when he heard" indicates the moment of realization and recognition. In the Greek, the word for "heard" is "ἀκούσας" (akousas), which implies not just the act of hearing but understanding and perceiving. This moment is pivotal as it marks the transition from ignorance to awareness. In the context of faith, hearing often precedes belief, as "faith comes from hearing" (<a href="/romans/10-17.htm">Romans 10:17</a>). This highlights the importance of being attentive to the message of Christ, as it can transform lives.that it was Jesus of Nazareth "Jesus of Nazareth" identifies Jesus by His earthly origin, emphasizing His humanity and humble beginnings. Nazareth was a small, insignificant town, yet it fulfilled the prophecy that the Messiah would be called a Nazarene (<a href="/matthew/2-23.htm">Matthew 2:23</a>). This title underscores the paradox of the Messiah's humble origins and His divine mission. It reminds believers that God often works through the ordinary and unexpected to accomplish His extraordinary purposes.he began to cry out The phrase "he began to cry out" reflects a desperate and earnest plea. The Greek word "κράζειν" (krazein) conveys a loud, urgent shout, often associated with deep emotion or need. This cry is not just a call for attention but a profound expression of faith and hope. It demonstrates the blind man's recognition of Jesus' authority and his belief in Jesus' power to heal and save. This act of crying out is a model of how believers should approach God—with sincerity, urgency, and faith.Jesus, Son of David The title "Son of David" is a messianic designation, acknowledging Jesus as the promised descendant of King David who would establish an everlasting kingdom (<a href="/2_samuel/7-12.htm">2 Samuel 7:12-16</a>). This recognition by the blind man is significant, as it shows his understanding of Jesus' true identity and mission. Despite his physical blindness, he perceives Jesus' divine role, contrasting with the spiritual blindness of many who physically saw Jesus but did not recognize Him as the Messiah. This title affirms Jesus' fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies and His rightful place as the King of Israel.have mercy on me The plea "have mercy on me" is a humble request for compassion and help. The Greek word "ἐλέησόν" (eleēson) is a call for divine grace and intervention. Mercy is a central theme in the Bible, reflecting God's lovingkindness and willingness to forgive and restore. This request acknowledges human need and God's ability to meet that need. It is a reminder that approaching God requires humility and recognition of our dependence on His grace. The blind man's appeal for mercy is a powerful example of faith in action, trusting in Jesus' willingness and power to heal and save. <a href="/commentaries/mark/10-47.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 heard ἀκούσας (akousas) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_191.htm">Strong's 191: </a> To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear. that ὅτι (hoti) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_3754.htm">Strong's 3754: </a> Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. it was ἐστιν (estin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. 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. of 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. Nazareth, Ναζαρηνός (Nazarēnos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3479.htm">Strong's 3479: </a> Of Nazareth, a Nazarene. From Nazareth; a Nazarene, i.e. Inhabitant of Nazareth. he began ἤρξατο (ērxato) Verb - Aorist Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_756.htm">Strong's 756: </a> To begin. Middle voice of archo; to commence. to cry out, κράζειν (krazein) Verb - Present Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_2896.htm">Strong's 2896: </a> To cry aloud, shriek. A primary verb; properly, to 'croak' or scream, i.e. to call aloud. “Jesus, Ἰησοῦ (Iēsou) Noun - Vocative 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. Son Υἱὲ (Huie) Noun - Vocative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5207.htm">Strong's 5207: </a> A son, descendent. Apparently a primary word; a 'son', used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship. of David, Δαυὶδ (Dauid) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1138.htm">Strong's 1138: </a> David, King of Israel. Of Hebrew origin; Dabid, the Israelite king. have mercy on ἐλέησόν (eleēson) Verb - Aorist Imperative Active - 2nd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1653.htm">Strong's 1653: </a> To pity, have mercy on. From eleos; to compassionate. me!” με (me) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. 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