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He was sitting there fully clothed and perfectly sane, and they were all afraid. <a href="/esv/mark/5.htm">English Standard Version</a> And they came to Jesus and saw the demon-possessed man, the one who had had the legion, sitting there, clothed and in his right mind, and they were afraid. <a href="/bsb/mark/5.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> When they came to Jesus, they saw the man who had been possessed by the legion of demons sitting there, clothed and in his right mind; and they were afraid. <a href="/blb/mark/5.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And they come to Jesus and see the man possessed by demons sitting, clothed and sound minded--the one having had the legion--and they were afraid. <a href="/kjv/mark/5.htm">King James Bible</a> And they come to Jesus, and see him that was possessed with the devil, and had the legion, sitting, and clothed, and in his right mind: and they were afraid. <a href="/nkjv/mark/5.htm">New King James Version</a> Then they came to Jesus, and saw the one who had been demon-possessed and had the legion, sitting and clothed and in his right mind. And they were afraid. <a href="/nasb_/mark/5.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> And then they came to Jesus and saw the man who had been demon-possessed sitting down, clothed and in his right mind, the very man who had previously had the “legion”; and they became frightened. <a href="/nasb/mark/5.htm">NASB 1995</a> They came to Jesus and observed the man who had been demon-possessed sitting down, clothed and in his right mind, the very man who had had the &#8220legion"; and they became frightened. <a href="/nasb77/mark/5.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And they came to Jesus and observed the man who had been demon-possessed sitting down, clothed and in his right mind, the very man who had had the “legion”; and they became frightened. <a href="/lsb/mark/5.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And they came to Jesus and observed the demon-possessed man sitting down, clothed and in his right mind, the very man who had the “legion”; and they became frightened. <a href="/amp/mark/5.htm">Amplified Bible</a> They came to Jesus and saw the man who had been demon-possessed sitting down, clothed and in his right mind, the man who had [previously] had the “legion” [of demons]; and they were frightened. <a href="/csb/mark/5.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> They came to Jesus and saw the man who had been demon-possessed, sitting there, dressed and in his right mind; and they were afraid. <a href="/hcsb/mark/5.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> They came to Jesus and saw the man who had been demon-possessed by the legion, sitting there, dressed and in his right mind; and they were afraid. <a href="/asv/mark/5.htm">American Standard Version</a> And they come to Jesus, and behold him that was possessed with demons sitting, clothed and in his right mind, even him that had the legion: and they were afraid. <a href="/cev/mark/5.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> When they came to Jesus, they saw the man who had once been full of demons. He was sitting there with his clothes on and in his right mind, and they were terrified. <a href="/erv/mark/5.htm">English Revised Version</a> And they come to Jesus, and behold him that was possessed with devils sitting, clothed and in his right mind, even him that had the legion: and they were afraid. <a href="/gwt/mark/5.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> They came to Jesus and saw the man who had been possessed by the legion of demons. The man was sitting there dressed and in his right mind. The people were frightened. <a href="/gnt/mark/5.htm">Good News Translation</a> and when they came to Jesus, they saw the man who used to have the mob of demons in him. He was sitting there, clothed and in his right mind; and they were all afraid. <a href="/isv/mark/5.htm">International Standard Version</a> When they came to Jesus and saw the man who had been possessed by the legion of demons, sitting there dressed and in his right mind, they were frightened. <a href="/msb/mark/5.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> When they came to Jesus, they saw the man who had been possessed by the legion of demons sitting there, clothed and in his right mind; and they were afraid. <a href="/net/mark/5.htm">NET Bible</a> They came to Jesus and saw the demon-possessed man sitting there, clothed and in his right mind--the one who had the "Legion"--and they were afraid. <a href="/nheb/mark/5.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> And they came to Jesus, and saw him who had been possessed by demons sitting, clothed and in his right mind, even him who had the legion; and they were afraid. <a href="/wbt/mark/5.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And they come to Jesus, and see him that was possessed with the demon, and had the legion, sitting, and clothed, and in his right mind: and they were afraid. <a href="/wey/mark/5.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> and when they came to Jesus, they beheld the demoniac quietly seated, clothed and of sane mind--the man who had had the legion; and they were awe-stricken. <a href="/web/mark/5.htm">World English Bible</a> They came to Jesus, and saw him who had been possessed by demons sitting, clothed, and in his right mind, even him who had the legion; and they were afraid. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/mark/5.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and they come to Jesus, and see the demoniac, sitting, and clothed, and right-minded—him having had the legion—and they were afraid; <a href="/blb/mark/5.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And they come to Jesus and see the man possessed by demons sitting, clothed and sound minded--the one having had the legion--and they were afraid. <a href="/ylt/mark/5.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and they come unto Jesus, and see the demoniac, sitting, and clothed, and right-minded -- him having had the legion -- and they were afraid; <a href="/slt/mark/5.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And they come to Jesus, and they see him possessed with the demon, sitting down, and being clothed, and of sound mind: and they were afraid.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/mark/5.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And they came to Jesus, and they see him that was troubled with the devil, sitting, clothed, and well in his wits, and they were afraid. <a href="/cpdv/mark/5.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And they came to Jesus. And they saw the man who had been troubled by the demon, sitting, clothed and with a sane mind, and they were afraid. <a href="/nabre/mark/5.htm">New American Bible</a> As they approached Jesus, they caught sight of the man who had been possessed by Legion, sitting there clothed and in his right mind. And they were seized with fear. <a href="/nrsvce/mark/5.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> They came to Jesus and saw the demoniac sitting there, clothed and in his right mind, the very man who had had the legion; and they were afraid.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/mark/5.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And they came to Jesus, and saw the lunatic, clothed and well behaved, and sitting down; even the one who once had the legion within him; and they were afraid. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/mark/5.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And they came to Yeshua and they saw him who had been possessed by the evil spirits with him, clothed and reverent, and he who before had the Legion in him was sitting, and they were afraid.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/mark/5.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> and they came to Jesus and saw the demoniac, who had had the legion, sitting, and clothed, and in his right mind: and they were afraid.<CM> <a href="/godbey/mark/5.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And they come to Jesus, and see the demonized man sitting down, both clothed and in his right mind, the one called Legion; and they were afraid. <a href="/haweis/mark/5.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> And they came to Jesus, and saw the demoniac that had the legion, seated and clothed, and in his sound mind: and they were afraid. <a href="/mace/mark/5.htm">Mace New Testament</a> when they were come to Jesus, and saw him that had been possessed with the legion of demons, sitting in his clothes, and in his right mind, they were afraid. <a href="/wey/mark/5.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> and when they came to Jesus, they beheld the demoniac quietly seated, clothed and of sane mind--the man who had had the legion; and they were awe-stricken. <a href="/worrell/mark/5.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And they come to Jesus, and behold the demoniac sitting, clothed, and having his right mind?the one who had had the legion, and they were afraid. <a href="/worsley/mark/5.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> and they come to Jesus, and see the demoniac, who had been possessed by the legion, sitting and clothed, and in his right mind; and they were afraid. <a href="/parallel/mark/5-15.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=1326" 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/5.htm">The Demons and the Pigs</a> …14Those tending the pigs ran off and reported this in the town and countryside, and the people went out to see what had happened. 15<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">When</a> <a href="/greek/2064.htm" title="2064: erchontai (V-PIM/P-3P) -- To come, go. ">they 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/3588.htm" title="3588: ton (Art-AMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2424.htm" title="2424: Iēsoun (N-AMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.">Jesus,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/2334.htm" title="2334: theōrousin (V-PIA-3P) -- From a derivative of theaomai; to be a spectator of, i.e. Discern, (experience) or intensively (acknowledge).">they saw</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ton (Art-AMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the man who</a> <a href="/greek/1139.htm" title="1139: daimonizomenon (V-PPM/P-AMS) -- To be possessed, be under the power of an evil-spirit or demon. Middle voice from daimon; to be exercised by a d?Mon.">had been possessed</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ton (Art-AMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2192.htm" title="2192: eschēkota (V-RPA-AMS) -- To have, hold, possess. Including an alternate form scheo skheh'-o; a primary verb; to hold."></a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ton (Art-AMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">by the</a> <a href="/greek/3003.htm" title="3003: legiōna (N-AMS) -- Of Latin origin; a legion, i.e. Roman regiment.">legion of demons</a> <a href="/greek/2521.htm" title="2521: kathēmenon (V-PPM/P-AMS) -- To sit, be seated, enthroned; I dwell, reside. From kata; and hemai; to sit down; figuratively, to remain, reside.">sitting there,</a> <a href="/greek/2439.htm" title="2439: himatismenon (V-RPM/P-AMS) -- To clothe, provide clothing for; pass: To be clothed. From himation; to dress.">clothed</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/4993.htm" title="4993: sōphronounta (V-PPA-AMS) -- To be of sound mind, be sober-minded, exercise self-control. From sophron; to be of sound mind, i.e. Sane, moderate.">in his right mind;</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/5399.htm" title="5399: ephobēthēsan (V-AIP-3P) -- From phobos; to frighten, i.e. to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. Revere.">they were afraid.</a> 16Those who had seen it described what had happened to the demon-possessed man and also to the pigs.…<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="/luke/8-35.htm">Luke 8:35</a> So the people went out to see what had happened. They came to Jesus and found the man whom the demons had left, sitting at Jesus’ feet, clothed and in his right mind; and they were afraid. <a href="/matthew/8-28.htm">Matthew 8:28-34</a> When Jesus arrived on the other side in the region of the Gadarenes, He was met by two demon-possessed men coming from the tombs. They were so violent that no one could pass that way. / “What do You want with us, Son of God?” they shouted. “Have You come here to torture us before the appointed time?” / In the distance a large herd of pigs was feeding. ... <a href="/acts/19-13.htm">Acts 19:13-16</a> Now there were some itinerant Jewish exorcists who tried to invoke the name of the Lord Jesus over those with evil spirits. They would say, “I command you by Jesus, whom Paul proclaims.” / Seven sons of Sceva, a Jewish chief priest, were doing this. / But one day the evil spirit responded, “Jesus I know, and I know about Paul, but who are you?” ... <a href="/luke/8-27.htm">Luke 8:27-29</a> When Jesus stepped ashore, He was met by a demon-possessed man from the town. For a long time this man had not worn clothing or lived in a house, but he stayed in the tombs. / When the man saw Jesus, he cried out and fell down before Him, shouting in a loud voice, “What do You want with me, Jesus, Son of the Most High God? I beg You not to torture me!” / For Jesus had commanded the unclean spirit to come out of the man. Many times it had seized him, and though he was bound with chains and shackles, he had broken the chains and been driven by the demon into solitary places. <a href="/john/5-14.htm">John 5:14</a> Afterward, Jesus found the man at the temple and said to him, “See, you have been made well. Stop sinning, or something worse may happen to you.” <a href="/acts/9-32.htm">Acts 9:32-35</a> As Peter traveled throughout the area, he went to visit the saints in Lydda. / There he found a man named Aeneas who had been paralyzed and bedridden for eight years. / “Aeneas,” Peter said to him, “Jesus Christ heals you! Get up and put away your mat.” Immediately Aeneas got up, ... <a href="/matthew/12-22.htm">Matthew 12:22</a> Then a demon-possessed man who was blind and mute was brought to Jesus, and He healed the man so that he could speak and see. <a href="/luke/11-24.htm">Luke 11:24-26</a> When an unclean spirit comes out of a man, it passes through arid places seeking rest and does not find it. Then it says, ‘I will return to the house I left.’ / On its return, it finds the house swept clean and put in order. / Then it goes and brings seven other spirits more wicked than itself, and they go in and dwell there. And the final plight of that man is worse than the first.” <a href="/1_samuel/16-14.htm">1 Samuel 16:14</a> Now the Spirit of the LORD departed from Saul, and a spirit of distress from the LORD began to torment him. <a href="/2_corinthians/5-17.htm">2 Corinthians 5:17</a> Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away. Behold, the new has come! <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="/1_john/4-4.htm">1 John 4:4</a> You, little children, are from God and have overcome them, because greater is He who is in you than he who is in the world. <a href="/ephesians/2-1.htm">Ephesians 2:1-5</a> And you were dead in your trespasses and sins, / in which you used to walk when you conformed to the ways of this world and of the ruler of the power of the air, the spirit who is now at work in the sons of disobedience. / All of us also lived among them at one time, fulfilling the cravings of our flesh and indulging its desires and thoughts. Like the rest, we were by nature children of wrath. ... <a href="/colossians/1-13.htm">Colossians 1:13</a> He has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of His beloved Son, <a href="/1_peter/5-8.htm">1 Peter 5:8</a> Be sober-minded and alert. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And they come to Jesus, and see him that was possessed with the devil, and had the legion, sitting, and clothed, and in his right mind: and they were afraid.him that.<a href="/mark/5-4.htm">Mark 5:4</a> Because that he had been often bound with fetters and chains, and the chains had been plucked asunder by him, and the fetters broken in pieces: neither could any man tame him.<a href="/isaiah/49-24.htm">Isaiah 49:24,25</a> Shall the prey be taken from the mighty, or the lawful captive delivered? … <a href="/matthew/9-33.htm">Matthew 9:33</a> And when the devil was cast out, the dumb spake: and the multitudes marvelled, saying, It was never so seen in Israel.and they.<a href="/1_samuel/6-20.htm">1 Samuel 6:20,21</a> And the men of Bethshemesh said, Who is able to stand before this holy LORD God? and to whom shall he go up from us? … <a href="/1_samuel/16-4.htm">1 Samuel 16:4</a> And Samuel did that which the LORD spake, and came to Bethlehem. And the elders of the town trembled at his coming, and said, Comest thou peaceably?<a href="/1_chronicles/13-12.htm">1 Chronicles 13:12</a> And David was afraid of God that day, saying, How shall I bring the ark of God home to me?<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/mark/4-41.htm">Afraid</a> <a href="/mark/3-11.htm">Beheld</a> <a href="/mark/1-6.htm">Clothed</a> <a href="/matthew/17-19.htm">Demon</a> <a href="/matthew/12-22.htm">Demoniac</a> <a href="/mark/1-32.htm">Demon-Possessed</a> <a href="/mark/5-12.htm">Demons</a> <a href="/matthew/25-41.htm">Devil</a> <a href="/matthew/22-11.htm">Dressed</a> <a href="/mark/5-8.htm">Evil</a> <a href="/mark/4-40.htm">Full</a> <a href="/mark/5-13.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/mark/5-9.htm">Legion</a> <a href="/mark/3-21.htm">Mind</a> <a href="/matthew/23-5.htm">Observed</a> <a href="/mark/5-2.htm">Possessed</a> <a href="/matthew/1-19.htm">Quietly</a> <a href="/mark/3-4.htm">Right</a> <a href="/1_peter/4-7.htm">Sane</a> <a href="/mark/3-34.htm">Seated</a> <a href="/mark/3-21.htm">Senses</a> <a href="/matthew/24-45.htm">Sensible</a> <a href="/mark/3-34.htm">Sitting</a> <a href="/mark/4-30.htm">Use</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/mark/5-33.htm">Afraid</a> <a href="/mark/8-23.htm">Beheld</a> <a href="/mark/15-17.htm">Clothed</a> <a href="/mark/5-16.htm">Demon</a> <a href="/mark/5-16.htm">Demoniac</a> <a href="/mark/5-16.htm">Demon-Possessed</a> <a href="/mark/5-16.htm">Demons</a> <a href="/mark/5-16.htm">Devil</a> <a href="/mark/15-17.htm">Dressed</a> <a href="/mark/5-16.htm">Evil</a> <a href="/mark/5-20.htm">Full</a> <a href="/mark/5-17.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/luke/8-30.htm">Legion</a> <a href="/mark/6-19.htm">Mind</a> <a href="/mark/6-20.htm">Observed</a> <a href="/mark/5-16.htm">Possessed</a> <a href="/john/11-28.htm">Quietly</a> <a href="/mark/6-18.htm">Right</a> <a href="/1_peter/4-7.htm">Sane</a> <a href="/mark/6-39.htm">Seated</a> <a href="/luke/8-35.htm">Senses</a> <a href="/luke/12-42.htm">Sensible</a> <a href="/mark/6-22.htm">Sitting</a> <a href="/mark/9-38.htm">Use</a><div class="vheading2">Mark 5</div>1. <a href="/mark/5-1.htm">Jesus delivering the possessed of the legion of demons,</a> 13. <a href="/mark/5-13.htm">they enter into the pigs.</a> 22. <a href="/mark/5-22.htm">He is entreated by Jairus to go and heal his daughter.</a> 25. <a href="/mark/5-25.htm">He heals the woman subject to bleeding,</a> 35. <a href="/mark/5-35.htm">and raises Jairus' daughter from death.</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/5.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/5.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>When they came to Jesus This phrase refers to the people from the surrounding region of the Gerasenes who came to see what had happened after Jesus performed a miracle. The context is Jesus' ministry in the Decapolis, a region with a significant Gentile population. This encounter follows Jesus' calming of the storm, demonstrating His authority over nature and the spiritual realm.they saw the man who had been possessed by the legion of demons The man was previously tormented by a "legion" of demons, indicating a large number, as a Roman legion consisted of about 6,000 soldiers. This highlights the severity of his possession and the power of Jesus to overcome such a formidable force. The man's condition before meeting Jesus is described earlier in the chapter, emphasizing his isolation and torment.sitting there The act of sitting signifies peace and rest, a stark contrast to the man's previous state of unrest and violence. In biblical times, sitting was often associated with learning or being in a state of calm, suggesting the man was now receptive and at peace.clothed Previously, the man was naked, a sign of his shame and the control the demons had over him. Being clothed symbolizes restoration and dignity. In biblical terms, clothing often represents righteousness and being in a right relationship with God, as seen in the parable of the prodigal son (<a href="/luke/15-22.htm">Luke 15:22</a>).and in his right mind This indicates a complete transformation, as the man was once out of control and self-destructive. Being in his right mind suggests mental and spiritual healing, reflecting the comprehensive nature of Jesus' healing power. It also signifies the restoration of the man's identity and humanity.and they were afraid The reaction of fear from the people can be understood in several ways. It may reflect awe at the power of Jesus, fear of the unknown, or concern over the economic loss of the pigs that drowned. This fear is a common response to divine encounters in Scripture, as seen in the reactions to angelic appearances or miraculous events. It underscores the profound impact of Jesus' authority and the challenge it posed to the status quo.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a> The central figure in the Gospel of Mark, Jesus is the Son of God who performs miracles and teaches with authority. In this passage, He demonstrates His power over demonic forces. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_demon-possessed_man.htm">The Demon-Possessed Man</a> Previously possessed by a legion of demons, this man lived among the tombs and was uncontrollable. After encountering Jesus, he is found sitting, clothed, and in his right mind. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_legion_of_demons.htm">The Legion of Demons</a> A large number of demons that possessed the man, causing him great torment. The term "legion" refers to a Roman military unit, indicating a large number. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_townspeople.htm">The Townspeople</a> The people from the surrounding region who come to see what has happened. Their reaction is one of fear upon witnessing the transformation of the demon-possessed man. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_region_of_the_gerasenes.htm">The Region of the Gerasenes</a> The geographical setting of this event, located on the eastern side of the Sea of Galilee. It was a predominantly Gentile area.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_jesus_over_evil.htm">The Power of Jesus Over Evil</a> Jesus' authority over the legion of demons demonstrates His divine power. Believers can trust in Jesus' ability to overcome any spiritual battle they face. <a href="/topical/t/transformation_in_christ.htm">Transformation in Christ</a> The man’s transformation from a state of torment to peace illustrates the profound change that occurs when one encounters Jesus. This encourages believers to seek and embrace the transformative power of Christ in their own lives. <a href="/topical/f/fear_of_the_unknown.htm">Fear of the Unknown</a> The townspeople's fear highlights a common human reaction to the supernatural and the unknown. Believers are encouraged to respond with faith rather than fear when witnessing God's work. <a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_testimony.htm">The Importance of Testimony</a> The man’s account becomes a powerful testimony to the people in his region. Believers are encouraged to share their own accounts of transformation to witness to others. <a href="/topical/s/spiritual_warfare_awareness.htm">Spiritual Warfare Awareness</a> Understanding the reality of spiritual warfare is crucial for Christians. Believers are called to be vigilant and equipped with the Word of God and prayer.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_mark_5.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Mark 5</a> <a href="/q/what_is_legion's_story_in_the_bible.htm">What is Legion's story in the Bible?</a> <a href="/q/why_do_exorcisms_mimic_psychiatric_issues.htm">Why do exorcisms resemble psychiatric conditions rather than supernatural events?</a> <a href="/q/what_did_'my_name_is_legion'_mean.htm">What did "My name is Legion" signify for the demons?</a> <a href="/q/how_are_demons_moved_to_pigs.htm">Mark 5:1–13: How can demons scientifically or historically be transferred from a possessed man into a herd of pigs? </a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/mark/5.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(15) And had the legion.--This special form of the antithesis between the man's past and present state is given by St. Mark only.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/mark/5.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 15. - And they come to Jesus, and behold him that was possessed with devils sitting, clothed and in his right mind, even him that had the legion; and they were afraid. St, Luke adds that they found him sitting at the feet of Jesus. It is likely enough that the man, as soon as he found himself dispossessed, had east himself at the feet of Jesus, and was worshipping him; but that, when hidden by Christ to sit, he chose to place himself at his feet. "He was clothed, and in his right mind." What a contrast to the previous description! "And they were afraid." They dreaded Christ's power. They saw that he was almighty; but they did not seek to know his love, and so to attain to that love which "casteth out fear." <a href="/commentaries/mark/5-15.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. they came ἔρχονται (erchontai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Plural <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. Jesus, Ἰησοῦν (Iēsoun) Noun - Accusative 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. they saw θεωροῦσιν (theōrousin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2334.htm">Strong's 2334: </a> From a derivative of theaomai; to be a spectator of, i.e. Discern, (experience) or intensively (acknowledge). the [man] who τὸν (ton) Article - Accusative 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. had been possessed δαιμονιζόμενον (daimonizomenon) Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1139.htm">Strong's 1139: </a> To be possessed, be under the power of an evil-spirit or demon. Middle voice from daimon; to be exercised by a d?Mon. by the τὸν (ton) Article - Accusative 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. legion {of demons} λεγιῶνα (legiōna) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3003.htm">Strong's 3003: </a> Of Latin origin; a 'legion', i.e. Roman regiment. sitting [there], καθήμενον (kathēmenon) Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2521.htm">Strong's 2521: </a> To sit, be seated, enthroned; I dwell, reside. From kata; and hemai; to sit down; figuratively, to remain, reside. clothed ἱματισμένον (himatismenon) Verb - Perfect Participle Middle or Passive - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2439.htm">Strong's 2439: </a> To clothe, provide clothing for; pass: To be clothed. From himation; to dress. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. in his right mind; σωφρονοῦντα (sōphronounta) Verb - Present Participle Active - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4993.htm">Strong's 4993: </a> To be of sound mind, be sober-minded, exercise self-control. From sophron; to be of sound mind, i.e. Sane, moderate. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. they were afraid. ἐφοβήθησαν (ephobēthēsan) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_5399.htm">Strong's 5399: </a> From phobos; to frighten, i.e. to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. Revere. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/mark/5-15.htm">Mark 5:15 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/mark/5-15.htm">Mark 5:15 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/mark/5-15.htm">Mark 5:15 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/mark/5-15.htm">Mark 5:15 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/mark/5-15.htm">Mark 5:15 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/mark/5-15.htm">Mark 5:15 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/mark/5-15.htm">Mark 5:15 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/mark/5-15.htm">Mark 5:15 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/mark/5-15.htm">Mark 5:15 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/mark/5-15.htm">Mark 5:15 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/mark/5-15.htm">NT Gospels: Mark 5:15 They came to Jesus and saw him (Mar Mk Mr) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/mark/5-14.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Mark 5:14"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Mark 5:14" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/mark/5-16.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Mark 5:16"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Mark 5:16" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>