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Can a demon open the eyes of the blind?&#8221 <a href="/nlt/john/10.htm">New Living Translation</a> Others said, “This doesn’t sound like a man possessed by a demon! Can a demon open the eyes of the blind?” <a href="/esv/john/10.htm">English Standard Version</a> Others said, “These are not the words of one who is oppressed by a demon. Can a demon open the eyes of the blind?” <a href="/bsb/john/10.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> But others replied, “These are not the words of a man possessed by a demon. Can a demon open the eyes of the blind?” <a href="/blb/john/10.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Others were saying, "These are not the sayings of one possessed by a demon. Is a demon able to open the eyes of the blind?" <a href="/kjv/john/10.htm">King James Bible</a> Others said, These are not the words of him that hath a devil. Can a devil open the eyes of the blind? <a href="/nkjv/john/10.htm">New King James Version</a> Others said, “These are not the words of one who has a demon. Can a demon open the eyes of the blind?” <a href="/nasb_/john/10.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Others were saying, “These are not the words of one who is demon-possessed. A demon cannot open the eyes of those who are blind, can it?” <a href="/nasb/john/10.htm">NASB 1995</a> Others were saying, &#8220These are not the sayings of one demon-possessed. A demon cannot open the eyes of the blind, can he?&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/john/10.htm">NASB 1977 </a> Others were saying, “These are not the sayings of one demon-possessed. A demon cannot open the eyes of the blind, can he?” <a href="/lsb/john/10.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Others were saying, “These are not the words of someone demon-possessed. Can a demon open the eyes of the blind?” <a href="/amp/john/10.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Others were saying, “These are not the words and thoughts of one possessed by a demon. Can a demon open the eyes of the blind?” <a href="/csb/john/10.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Others were saying, “These aren’t the words of someone who is demon-possessed. Can a demon open the eyes of the blind? ” <a href="/hcsb/john/10.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Others were saying, &#8220These aren&#8217t the words of someone demon-possessed. Can a demon open the eyes of the blind?&#8221 <a href="/asv/john/10.htm">American Standard Version</a> Others said, These are not the sayings of one possessed with a demon. Can a demon open the eyes of the blind? <a href="/cev/john/10.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> But others said, "How could anyone with a demon in him say these things? No one like this could give sight to a blind person!" <a href="/erv/john/10.htm">English Revised Version</a> Others said, These are not the sayings of one possessed with a devil. Can a devil open the eyes of the blind? <a href="/gwt/john/10.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Others said, "No one talks like this if he's possessed by a demon. Can a demon give sight to the blind?" <a href="/gnt/john/10.htm">Good News Translation</a> But others were saying, "A man with a demon could not talk like this! How could a demon give sight to blind people?" <a href="/isv/john/10.htm">International Standard Version</a> Others were saying, "These are not the words of a man who is demon-possessed. A demon cannot open the eyes of the blind, can it?" <a href="/msb/john/10.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> But others replied, ?These are not the words of a man possessed by a demon. Can a demon open the eyes of the blind?? <a href="/net/john/10.htm">NET Bible</a> Others said, "These are not the words of someone possessed by a demon. A demon cannot cause the blind to see, can it?" <a href="/nheb/john/10.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Others said, "These are not the sayings of one possessed by a demon. It is not possible for a demon to open the eyes of the blind, is it?" <a href="/wbt/john/10.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Others said, These are not the words of him that hath a demon. Can a demon open the eyes of the blind? <a href="/wey/john/10.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Others argued, "That is not the language of a demoniac: and can a demon open blind men's eyes?" <a href="/web/john/10.htm">World English Bible</a> Others said, “These are not the sayings of one possessed by a demon. It isn’t possible for a demon to open the eyes of the blind, is it?” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/john/10.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> Others said, “These sayings are not those of a demoniac; is a demon able to open blind men’s eyes?” <a href="/blb/john/10.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Others were saying, "These are not the sayings of one possessed by a demon. Is a demon able to open the eyes of the blind?" <a href="/ylt/john/10.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> others said, 'These sayings are not those of a demoniac; is a demon able blind men's eyes to open?' <a href="/slt/john/10.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Others said, These are not the words of a demon. A demon cannot open the eyes of the blind.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/john/10.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Others said: These are not the words of one that hath a devil: Can a devil open the eyes of the blind? <a href="/cpdv/john/10.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Others were saying: “These are not the words of someone who has a demon. How would a demon be able to open the eyes of the blind?” <a href="/nabre/john/10.htm">New American Bible</a> Others said, “These are not the words of one possessed; surely a demon cannot open the eyes of the blind, can he?” <a href="/nrsvce/john/10.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Others were saying, “These are not the words of one who has a demon. Can a demon open the eyes of the blind?”<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/john/10.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Others said, These are not the words of a crazy man. Why, can a crazy man open the eyes of the blind? <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/john/10.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> But the others were saying, “These are not the words of one who is possessed. Can a demon open the eyes of the blind?”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/john/10.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> Others said: These are not the words of one that has a demon. Can a demon open the eyes of the blind?<CM> <a href="/godbey/john/10.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> These are not the words of a demonized man. Whether is a demon able to open the eyes of the blind? <a href="/haweis/john/10.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> Others said, These are not the discourses of a demoniac. Can a devil open the eyes of the blind?<CM> <a href="/mace/john/10.htm">Mace New Testament</a> others said, this is not the language of one possess'd: can a demon give sight to the blind? <a href="/wey/john/10.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Others argued, "That is not the language of a demoniac: and can a demon open blind men's eyes?" <a href="/worrell/john/10.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> Others said, "These are not the sayings of a demoniac. Can a demon open the eyes of the blind?" <a href="/worsley/john/10.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> Others said, These are not the words of a demoniac; can a demon open the eyes of the blind? <a href="/parallel/john/10-21.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/ixy2bchmXZ0?start=3693" 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/john/10.htm">Jesus the Good Shepherd</a> …20Many of them said, “He is demon-possessed and insane. Why would you listen to Him?” 21<a href="/greek/243.htm" title="243: Alloi (Adj-NMP) -- Other, another (of more than two), different. A primary word; else, i.e. Different.">But others</a> <a href="/greek/2036.htm" title="2036: elegon (V-IIA-3P) -- Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say.">replied,</a> <a href="/greek/3778.htm" title="3778: Tauta (DPro-NNP) -- This; he, she, it. ">“These</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.">are</a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: ouk (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not.">not</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ta (Art-NNP) -- 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/4487.htm" title="4487: rhēmata (N-NNP) -- From rheo; an utterance,; by implication, a matter or topic; with a negative naught whatever.">words</a> <a href="/greek/1139.htm" title="1139: daimonizomenou (V-PPM/P-GMS) -- To be possessed, be under the power of an evil-spirit or demon. Middle voice from daimon; to be exercised by a d?Mon.">of a man possessed by a demon.</a> <a href="/greek/3361.htm" title="3361: mē (Adv) -- Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether."></a> <a href="/greek/1410.htm" title="1410: dynatai (V-PIM/P-3S) -- (a) I am powerful, have (the) power, (b) I am able, I can. Of uncertain affinity; to be able or possible.">Can</a> <a href="/greek/1140.htm" title="1140: daimonion (N-NNS) -- An evil-spirit, demon; a heathen deity. Neuter of a derivative of daimon; a d?Monic being; by extension a deity.">a demon</a> <a href="/greek/455.htm" title="455: anoixai (V-ANA) -- To open. From ana and oigo; to open up.">open</a> <a href="/greek/3788.htm" title="3788: ophthalmous (N-AMP) -- The eye; fig: the mind's eye. From optanomai; the eye; by implication, vision; figuratively, envy.">the eyes</a> <a href="/greek/5185.htm" title="5185: typhlōn (Adj-GMP) -- Blind, physically or mentally. From, tuphoo; opaque, i.e. blind.">of the blind?”</a> 22At that time the Feast of Dedication took place in Jerusalem. It was winter,…<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="/john/9-16.htm">John 9:16</a> Because of this, some of the Pharisees said, “This man is not from God, for He does not keep the Sabbath.” But others said, “How can a sinful man perform such signs?” And there was division among them. <a href="/john/7-20.htm">John 7:20</a> “You have a demon,” the crowd replied. “Who is trying to kill You?” <a href="/john/8-48.htm">John 8:48-49</a> The Jews answered Him, “Are we not right to say that You are a Samaritan and You have a demon?” / “I do not have a demon,” Jesus replied, “but I honor My Father, and you dishonor Me. <a href="/john/7-43.htm">John 7:43</a> So there was division in the crowd because of Jesus. <a href="/john/8-52.htm">John 8:52</a> “Now we know that You have a demon!” declared the Jews. “Abraham died, and so did the prophets, yet You say that anyone who keeps Your word will never taste death. <a href="/matthew/12-24.htm">Matthew 12:24</a> But when the Pharisees heard this, they said, “Only by Beelzebul, the prince of demons, does this man drive out demons.” <a href="/mark/3-22.htm">Mark 3:22</a> And the scribes who had come down from Jerusalem were saying, “He is possessed by Beelzebul,” and, “By the prince of the demons He drives out demons.” <a href="/luke/11-15.htm">Luke 11:15</a> but some of them said, “It is by Beelzebul, the prince of the demons, that He drives out demons.” <a href="/john/3-2.htm">John 3:2</a> He came to Jesus at night and said, “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher who has come from God. For no one could perform the signs You are doing if God were not with him.” <a href="/john/5-36.htm">John 5:36</a> But I have testimony more substantial than that of John. For the works that the Father has given Me to accomplish—the very works I am doing—testify about Me that the Father has sent Me. <a href="/john/14-10.htm">John 14:10-11</a> Do you not believe that I am in the Father and the Father is in Me? The words I say to you, I do not speak on My own. Instead, it is the Father dwelling in Me, performing His works. / Believe Me that I am in the Father and the Father is in Me—or at least believe on account of the works themselves. <a href="/john/15-24.htm">John 15:24</a> If I had not done among them the works that no one else did, they would not be guilty of sin; but now they have seen and hated both Me and My Father. <a href="/acts/2-22.htm">Acts 2:22</a> Men of Israel, listen to this message: Jesus of Nazareth was a man certified by God to you by miracles, wonders, and signs, which God did among you through Him, as you yourselves know. <a href="/acts/10-38.htm">Acts 10:38</a> how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power, and how Jesus went around doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, because God was with Him. <a href="/matthew/9-33.htm">Matthew 9:33</a> And when the demon had been driven out, the man began to speak. The crowds were amazed and said, “Nothing like this has ever been seen in Israel!”</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Others said, These are not the words of him that has a devil. Can a devil open the eyes of the blind?Can.<a href="/john/9-6.htm">John 9:6,32</a> When he had thus spoken, he spat on the ground, and made clay of the spittle, and he anointed the eyes of the blind man with the clay, … <a href="/exodus/4-11.htm">Exodus 4:11</a> And the LORD said unto him, Who hath made man's mouth? or who maketh the dumb, or deaf, or the seeing, or the blind? have not I the LORD?<a href="/exodus/8-19.htm">Exodus 8:19</a> Then the magicians said unto Pharaoh, This is the finger of God: and Pharaoh's heart was hardened, and he hearkened not unto them; as the LORD had said.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/john/9-33.htm">Able</a> <a href="/john/9-16.htm">Argued</a> <a href="/john/9-41.htm">Blind</a> <a href="/john/10-20.htm">Demon</a> <a href="/luke/8-36.htm">Demoniac</a> <a href="/john/10-20.htm">Demon-Possessed</a> <a href="/john/10-20.htm">Devil</a> <a href="/john/10-20.htm">Evil</a> <a href="/john/9-32.htm">Eyes</a> <a href="/john/10-6.htm">Language</a> <a href="/john/10-3.htm">Open</a> <a href="/john/9-16.htm">Others</a> <a href="/john/10-20.htm">Possessed</a> <a href="/john/9-16.htm">Possible</a> <a href="/john/10-19.htm">Sayings</a> <a href="/john/10-20.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/john/10-19.htm">Words</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/john/10-29.htm">Able</a> <a href="/acts/17-2.htm">Argued</a> <a href="/john/11-37.htm">Blind</a> <a href="/acts/17-22.htm">Demon</a> <a href="/matthew/9-32.htm">Demoniac</a> <a href="/matthew/4-24.htm">Demon-Possessed</a> <a href="/john/13-2.htm">Devil</a> <a href="/john/10-33.htm">Evil</a> <a href="/john/11-37.htm">Eyes</a> <a href="/john/16-25.htm">Language</a> <a href="/john/11-37.htm">Open</a> <a href="/john/11-37.htm">Others</a> <a href="/acts/4-32.htm">Possessed</a> <a href="/acts/2-24.htm">Possible</a> <a href="/john/12-47.htm">Sayings</a> <a href="/john/11-33.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/john/10-36.htm">Words</a><div class="vheading2">John 10</div>1. <a href="/john/10-1.htm">Jesus is the door, and the good shepherd.</a> 19. <a href="/john/10-19.htm">Diverse opinions of him.</a> 23. <a href="/john/10-23.htm">He proves by his works that he is Jesus the Son of God;</a> 31. <a href="/john/10-31.htm">escapes the Jews;</a> 39. <a href="/john/10-39.htm">and goes again beyond Jordan, where many believe on him.</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/john/10.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/john/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/john/10.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>But others replied This phrase indicates a division among the people listening to Jesus. In the context of <a href="/john/10.htm">John 10</a>, Jesus has been speaking about being the Good Shepherd, which has caused a mixed reaction among the Jews. The "others" here are those who are skeptical of the accusations against Jesus. This division is a recurring theme in the Gospels, where Jesus' words and actions often lead to differing opinions among the people (<a href="/john/7-43.htm">John 7:43</a>).“These are not the words of a man possessed by a demon. The people are responding to the accusation that Jesus is demon-possessed, a charge that was not uncommon in His ministry (<a href="/john/8-48.htm">John 8:48</a>). The logic here is that the teachings of Jesus, characterized by wisdom and authority, do not align with the chaotic and destructive nature typically associated with demonic possession. This reflects a broader biblical theme where true wisdom and divine insight are contrasted with the confusion and deception of evil (<a href="/james/3-15.htm">James 3:15-17</a>).Can a demon open the eyes of the blind?” This rhetorical question refers to the miracle Jesus performed in <a href="/john/9.htm">John 9</a>, where He healed a man who was blind from birth. The act of giving sight to the blind is significant in Jewish thought, as it is a messianic sign prophesied in the Old Testament (<a href="/isaiah/35-5.htm">Isaiah 35:5</a>). The question implies that such a miraculous and compassionate act is inconsistent with the work of demons, who are associated with darkness and destruction. This miracle serves as a type of Jesus' spiritual mission to bring light and understanding to a world in spiritual blindness (<a href="/john/1-4.htm">John 1:4-5</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus_christ.htm">Jesus Christ</a> Central figure in the Gospel of John, whose teachings and miracles are being discussed. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_jews.htm">The Jews</a> The audience in this passage, divided in their opinions about Jesus' identity and authority. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_blind_man.htm">The Blind Man</a> Reference to the man healed by Jesus in <a href="/bsb/john/9.htm">John 9</a>, whose healing is a point of contention. 4. <a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a> The city where these events are taking place, a significant location for Jewish religious life. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_feast_of_dedication.htm">The Feast of Dedication</a> The context in which these discussions occur, also known as Hanukkah, a time of reflection on God's deliverance.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/d/discernment_of_truth.htm">Discernment of Truth</a> Believers are called to discern the truth of Jesus' identity through His words and works, as the Jews were challenged to do. <a href="/topical/m/miracles_as_evidence.htm">Miracles as Evidence</a> Jesus' miracles, such as opening the eyes of the blind, serve as evidence of His divine authority and messianic role. <a href="/topical/d/division_and_belief.htm">Division and Belief</a> The division among the Jews highlights the ongoing challenge of belief and unbelief, urging us to examine our own faith. <a href="/topical/f/fulfillment_of_prophecy.htm">Fulfillment of Prophecy</a> Jesus' actions fulfill Old Testament prophecies, reinforcing the continuity of God's redemptive plan through Scripture. <a href="/topical/s/spiritual_sight.htm">Spiritual Sight</a> The physical healing of the blind man symbolizes the spiritual sight Jesus offers, inviting us to seek spiritual understanding and clarity.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_john_10.htm">Top 10 Lessons from John 10</a> <a href="/q/is_there_evidence_for_john_9_18-23.htm">In John 9:18-23, is there any historical or external evidence that confirms the parents' testimony?</a> <a href="/q/where's_evidence_for_isaiah_61_1-2_acts.htm">Where is the historical or archaeological evidence supporting the miraculous acts attributed to the anointed figure in Isaiah 61:1-2?</a> <a href="/q/how_does_psalm_146_8_align_with_science.htm">In Psalm 146:8, how does God's claimed power to heal blindness align with documented medical science?</a> <a href="/q/why_does_christianity_prioritize_faith.htm">Why does Christianity demand faith when critical thinking and evidence are more reliable ways of knowing truth?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/john/10.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(21) Others said, These are not the words of him that hath a devil.--We trace here again the presence of the better party among the Sanhedrin, which we found before (<a href="/john/9-16.htm" title="Therefore said some of the Pharisees, This man is not of God, because he keeps not the sabbath day. Others said, How can a man that is a sinner do such miracles? And there was a division among them.">John 9:16</a>). "His words," they would say, "are words of calm teaching. The possession by a demon disorders, frenzies, makes the slave of madness. It is inconsistent with words like these."Can a devil open the eyes of the blind?--"Surely a devil cannot open the eyes of the blind? "is the form their question took. They go back from the teaching to the great sign which gave rise to it, and they find that work and word are alike opposed to the thought of being the result of a demon's presence. Such a miracle had never before been known. A demon does not give the power to do a prophet's work. (Comp. Notes on <a href="/john/9-16.htm" title="Therefore said some of the Pharisees, This man is not of God, because he keeps not the sabbath day. Others said, How can a man that is a sinner do such miracles? And there was a division among them.">John 9:16</a> and <a href="/matthew/12-24.htm" title="But when the Pharisees heard it, they said, This fellow does not cast out devils, but by Beelzebub the prince of the devils.">Matthew 12:24</a>.)<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/john/10.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 21. - There was a twofold reply: one drawn from their own experience. Others said, These (ῤήματα; verba, Vulgate) sayings - "things said" - are not those of one who is possessed by a daemon. Their majestic calm, their conscious strength, the strange thrill they sent through human hearts, and which we feel to this hour, discriminate them from the scream of the maniac, with which some of the more astounding statements taken by themselves might have suggested comparison. They give another argument drawn from the miracle which had just taken place, which proves that his friends on this occasion were very far from the mad wickedness of those whose moral sense had been so perverted as to say that "he casts out daemons by the prince of daemons" (see <a href="/matthew/12-24.htm">Matthew 12:24</a>, etc., and parallel passages). Can a daemon open the eyes of the blind? It is not in the nature of a damon to heal disease, and pour light on sightless eyes. The goodness of the Lord triumphs over the vile insinuation. We must have better explanation than this of his mysterious claims. The contest was sharp. The conflict for a while silenced opposition, only to break out again with greater malice and fury. <a href="/commentaries/john/10-21.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>[But] others Ἄλλοι (Alloi) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_243.htm">Strong's 243: </a> Other, another (of more than two), different. A primary word; 'else, ' i.e. Different. replied, ἔλεγον (elegon) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2036.htm">Strong's 2036: </a> Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say. “These Ταῦτα (Tauta) Demonstrative Pronoun - Nominative Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3778.htm">Strong's 3778: </a> This; he, she, it. are ἔστιν (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. not οὐκ (ouk) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3756.htm">Strong's 3756: </a> No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. the τὰ (ta) Article - Nominative Neuter Plural <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. words ῥήματα (rhēmata) Noun - Nominative Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4487.htm">Strong's 4487: </a> From rheo; an utterance, ; by implication, a matter or topic; with a negative naught whatever. of [a man] possessed by a demon. δαιμονιζομένου (daimonizomenou) Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Genitive 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. Can δύναται (dynatai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1410.htm">Strong's 1410: </a> (a) I am powerful, have (the) power, (b) I am able, I can. Of uncertain affinity; to be able or possible. a demon δαιμόνιον (daimonion) Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1140.htm">Strong's 1140: </a> An evil-spirit, demon; a heathen deity. Neuter of a derivative of daimon; a d?Monic being; by extension a deity. open ἀνοῖξαι (anoixai) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_455.htm">Strong's 455: </a> To open. From ana and oigo; to open up. [the] eyes ὀφθαλμοὺς (ophthalmous) Noun - Accusative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3788.htm">Strong's 3788: </a> The eye; fig: the mind's eye. From optanomai; the eye; by implication, vision; figuratively, envy. of [the] blind?” τυφλῶν (typhlōn) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_5185.htm">Strong's 5185: </a> Blind, physically or mentally. 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