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The fever left her and she began to wait on them. <a href="/nlt/mark/1.htm">New Living Translation</a> So he went to her bedside, took her by the hand, and helped her sit up. Then the fever left her, and she prepared a meal for them. <a href="/esv/mark/1.htm">English Standard Version</a> And he came and took her by the hand and lifted her up, and the fever left her, and she began to serve them. <a href="/bsb/mark/1.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> So He went to her, took her by the hand, and helped her up. The fever left her, and she began to serve them. <a href="/blb/mark/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And having come to her, He raised her up, having taken hold of the hand. And the fever left her, and she began to minister to them. <a href="/kjv/mark/1.htm">King James Bible</a> And he came and took her by the hand, and lifted her up; and immediately the fever left her, and she ministered unto them. <a href="/nkjv/mark/1.htm">New King James Version</a> So He came and took her by the hand and lifted her up, and immediately the fever left her. And she served them. <a href="/nasb_/mark/1.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> And He came to her and raised her up, taking her by the hand, and the fever left her, and she served them. <a href="/nasb/mark/1.htm">NASB 1995</a> And He came to her and raised her up, taking her by the hand, and the fever left her, and she waited on them. <a href="/nasb77/mark/1.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And He came to her and raised her up, taking her by the hand, and the fever left her, and she waited on them. <a href="/lsb/mark/1.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And He came to her and raised her up, taking her by the hand, and the fever left her, and she began waiting on them. <a href="/amp/mark/1.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Jesus went to her, and taking her by the hand, raised her up; and the fever left her, and she began to serve them [as her guests]. <a href="/csb/mark/1.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> So he went to her, took her by the hand, and raised her up. The fever left her, and she began to serve them. <a href="/hcsb/mark/1.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> So He went to her, took her by the hand, and raised her up. The fever left her, and she began to serve them. <a href="/asv/mark/1.htm">American Standard Version</a> and he came and took her by the hand, and raised her up; and the fever left her, and she ministered unto them. <a href="/cev/mark/1.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Jesus went to her. He took hold of her hand and helped her up. The fever left her, and she served them a meal. <a href="/erv/mark/1.htm">English Revised Version</a> and he came and took her by the hand, and raised her up; and the fever left her, and she ministered unto them. <a href="/gwt/mark/1.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Jesus went to her, took her hand, and helped her get up. The fever went away, and she prepared a meal for them. <a href="/gnt/mark/1.htm">Good News Translation</a> He went to her, took her by the hand, and helped her up. The fever left her, and she began to wait on them. <a href="/isv/mark/1.htm">International Standard Version</a> He went up to her, took her by the hand, and helped her up. The fever left her, and she began serving them. <a href="/msb/mark/1.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> So He went to her, took her by the hand, and helped her up. Immediately the fever left her, and she began to serve them. <a href="/net/mark/1.htm">NET Bible</a> He came and raised her up by gently taking her hand. Then the fever left her and she began to serve them. <a href="/nheb/mark/1.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> And he came and took her by the hand, and raised her up. The fever left her, and she served them. <a href="/wbt/mark/1.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And he came and took her by the hand, and lifted her up; and immediately the fever left her, and she ministered to them. <a href="/wey/mark/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> So He went to her, and taking her hand He raised her to her feet: the fever left her, and she began to wait upon them. <a href="/web/mark/1.htm">World English Bible</a> He came and took her by the hand and raised her up. The fever left her immediately, and she served them. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/mark/1.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and having come near, He raised her up, having laid hold of her hand, and the fever left her immediately, and she was ministering to them. <a href="/blb/mark/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And having come to her, He raised her up, having taken hold of the hand. And the fever left her, and she began to minister to them. <a href="/ylt/mark/1.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and having come near, he raised her up, having laid hold of her hand, and the fever left her immediately, and she was ministering to them. <a href="/slt/mark/1.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And having come, he raised her, having held her hand; and the fever quickly left her, and she served them.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/mark/1.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And coming to her, he lifted her up, taking her by the hand; and immediately the fever left her, and she ministered unto them. <a href="/cpdv/mark/1.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And drawing near to her, he raised her up, taking her by the hand. And immediately the fever left her, and she ministered to them. <a href="/nabre/mark/1.htm">New American Bible</a> He approached, grasped her hand, and helped her up. Then the fever left her and she waited on them. <a href="/nrsvce/mark/1.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> He came and took her by the hand and lifted her up. Then the fever left her, and she began to serve them.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/mark/1.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And he went and held her hand, and lifted her up; and immediately the fever left her, and she ministered to them. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/mark/1.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And he came near and took her by the hand and raised her up and at once her fever left her and she was waiting on them.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/mark/1.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And he went to her, and took her by the hand, and raised her up, and the fever left her instantly; and she ministered to them.<CM> <a href="/godbey/mark/1.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And having come to her, taking her by the hand, He raised her up; and immediately the fever left her, and she continued to minister unto them. <a href="/haweis/mark/1.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> And he came and raised her up, and the fever left her immediately, and she waited upon them.<CM> <a href="/mace/mark/1.htm">Mace New Testament</a> and he came, and taking her by the hand, lift her up; upon which the fever immediately left her, and she served them at table. <a href="/wey/mark/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> So He went to her, and taking her hand He raised her to her feet: the fever left her, and she began to wait upon them. <a href="/worrell/mark/1.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> and, coming to her, He raised her up, having taken her by the hand; and the fever left her, and she was ministering to them. <a href="/worsley/mark/1.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> and He came to her, and taking her by the hand raised her up; and immediately the fever left her, and she waited upon them. <a href="/parallel/mark/1-31.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=238" 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/1.htm">Jesus Heals at Peter's House</a> …30Simon’s mother-in-law was sick in bed with a fever, and they promptly told Jesus about her. 31<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">So</a> <a href="/greek/4334.htm" title="4334: proselthōn (V-APA-NMS) -- From pros and erchomai; to approach, i.e. come near, visit, or worship, assent to.">He went to her,</a> <a href="/greek/2902.htm" title="2902: kratēsas (V-APA-NMS) -- From kratos; to use strength, i.e. Seize or retain.">took</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēs (Art-GFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">her</a> <a href="/greek/5495.htm" title="5495: cheiros (N-GFS) -- A hand. ">by the hand,</a> <a href="/greek/1453.htm" title="1453: ēgeiren (V-AIA-3S) -- (a) I wake, arouse, (b) I raise up. Probably akin to the base of agora; to waken, i.e. Rouse.">and helped her up.</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autēn (PPro-AF3S) -- 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/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">The</a> <a href="/greek/4446.htm" title="4446: pyretos (N-NMS) -- A fever, scorching heat. From puresso; inflamed, i.e. feverish.">fever</a> <a href="/greek/863.htm" title="863: aphēken (V-AIA-3S) -- From apo and hiemi; to send forth, in various applications.">left</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autēn (PPro-AF3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">her,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/1247.htm" title="1247: diēkonei (V-IIA-3S) -- From diakonos; to be an attendant, i.e. Wait upon (figuratively) teacher; technically, to act as a Christian deacon.">she began to serve</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autois (PPro-DM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">them.</a> 32That evening, after sunset, people brought to Jesus all who were sick and demon-possessed,…<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/8-14.htm">Matthew 8:14-15</a> When Jesus arrived at Peter’s house, He saw Peter’s mother-in-law sick in bed with a fever. / So He touched her hand, and the fever left her, and she got up and began to serve Him. <a href="/luke/4-38.htm">Luke 4:38-39</a> After Jesus had left the synagogue, He went to the home of Simon, whose mother-in-law was suffering from a high fever. So they appealed to Jesus on her behalf, / and He stood over her and rebuked the fever, and it left her. And she got up at once and began to serve them. <a href="/john/4-52.htm">John 4:52-53</a> So he inquired as to the hour when his son had recovered, and they told him, “The fever left him yesterday at the seventh hour.” / Then the father realized that this was the very hour in which Jesus had told him, “Your son will live.” And he and all his household believed. <a href="/acts/3-7.htm">Acts 3:7</a> Taking him by the right hand, Peter helped him up, and at once the man’s feet and ankles were made strong. <a href="/acts/9-40.htm">Acts 9:40-41</a> Then Peter sent them all out of the room. He knelt down and prayed, and turning toward her body, he said, “Tabitha, get up!” She opened her eyes, and seeing Peter, she sat up. / Peter took her by the hand and helped her up. Then he called the saints and widows and presented her to them alive. <a href="/1_kings/17-17.htm">1 Kings 17:17-24</a> Later, the son of the woman who owned the house became ill, and his sickness grew worse and worse, until no breath remained in him. / “O man of God,” said the woman to Elijah, “what have you done to me? Have you come to remind me of my iniquity and cause the death of my son?” / But Elijah said to her, “Give me your son.” So he took him from her arms, carried him to the upper room where he was staying, and laid him on his own bed. ... <a href="/2_kings/4-32.htm">2 Kings 4:32-37</a> When Elisha reached the house, there was the boy lying dead on his bed. / So he went in, closed the door behind the two of them, and prayed to the LORD. / Then Elisha got on the bed and lay on the boy, mouth to mouth, eye to eye, and hand to hand. As he stretched himself out over him, the boy’s body became warm. ... <a href="/matthew/9-25.htm">Matthew 9:25</a> After the crowd had been put outside, Jesus went in and took the girl by the hand, and she got up. <a href="/luke/8-54.htm">Luke 8:54-55</a> But Jesus took her by the hand and called out, “Child, get up!” / Her spirit returned, and at once she got up. And He directed that she be given something to eat. <a href="/matthew/14-36.htm">Matthew 14:36</a> and begged Him just to let them touch the fringe of His cloak. And all who touched Him were healed. <a href="/mark/5-41.htm">Mark 5:41-42</a> Taking her by the hand, Jesus said, “Talitha koum!” which means, “Little girl, I say to you, get up!” / Immediately the girl got up and began to walk around (she was twelve years old). And at once they were utterly astounded. <a href="/luke/13-13.htm">Luke 13:13</a> Then He placed His hands on her, and immediately she straightened up and began to glorify God. <a href="/matthew/15-30.htm">Matthew 15:30-31</a> Large crowds came to Him, bringing the lame, the blind, the crippled, the mute, and many others, and laid them at His feet, and He healed them. / The crowd was amazed when they saw the mute speaking, the crippled restored, the lame walking, and the blind seeing. And they glorified the God of Israel. <a href="/mark/7-32.htm">Mark 7:32-35</a> Some people brought to Him a man who was deaf and hardly able to speak, and they begged Jesus to place His hand on him. / So Jesus took him aside privately, away from the crowd, and put His fingers into the man’s ears. Then He spit and touched the man’s tongue. / And looking up to heaven, He sighed deeply and said to him, “Ephphatha!” (which means, “Be opened!”). ... <a href="/luke/7-14.htm">Luke 7:14-15</a> Then He went up and touched the coffin, and those carrying it stood still. “Young man,” He said, “I tell you, get up!” / And the dead man sat up and began to speak! Then Jesus gave him back to his mother.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And he came and took her by the hand, and lifted her up; and immediately the fever left her, and she ministered to them.and took.<a href="/mark/5-41.htm">Mark 5:41</a> And he took the damsel by the hand, and said unto her, Talitha cumi; which is, being interpreted, Damsel, I say unto thee, arise.<a href="/acts/9-41.htm">Acts 9:41</a> And he gave her his hand, and lifted her up, and when he had called the saints and widows, presented her alive.ministered.<a href="/mark/15-41.htm">Mark 15:41</a> (Who also, when he was in Galilee, followed him, and ministered unto him;) and many other women which came up with him unto Jerusalem.<a href="/psalms/103-1.htm">Psalm 103:1-3</a> A Psalm of David. Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name… <a href="/psalms/116-12.htm">Psalm 116:12</a> What shall I render unto the LORD for all his benefits toward me?<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/matthew/27-55.htm">Care</a> <a href="/matthew/28-9.htm">Feet</a> <a href="/mark/1-30.htm">Fever</a> <a href="/mark/1-15.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/zechariah/1-15.htm">Helped</a> <a href="/mark/1-25.htm">Hold</a> <a href="/mark/1-30.htm">Immediately</a> <a href="/matthew/21-21.htm">Lifted</a> <a href="/mark/1-13.htm">Ministered</a> <a href="/mark/1-13.htm">Ministering</a> <a href="/matthew/27-55.htm">Needs</a> <a href="/matthew/27-52.htm">Raised</a> <a href="/matthew/20-28.htm">Served</a> <a href="/mark/1-30.htm">Straightway</a> <a href="/matthew/27-49.htm">Wait</a> <a href="/mark/1-13.htm">Waited</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/mark/4-24.htm">Care</a> <a href="/mark/3-11.htm">Feet</a> <a href="/luke/4-38.htm">Fever</a> <a href="/mark/1-41.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/luke/1-54.htm">Helped</a> <a href="/mark/3-21.htm">Hold</a> <a href="/mark/1-42.htm">Immediately</a> <a href="/mark/9-27.htm">Lifted</a> <a href="/mark/10-45.htm">Ministered</a> <a href="/mark/15-41.htm">Ministering</a> <a href="/mark/2-22.htm">Needs</a> <a href="/mark/6-14.htm">Raised</a> <a href="/mark/8-6.htm">Served</a> <a href="/mark/1-42.htm">Straightway</a> <a href="/mark/3-9.htm">Wait</a> <a href="/mark/10-45.htm">Waited</a><div class="vheading2">Mark 1</div>1. <a href="/mark/1-1.htm">The office of John the Baptist.</a> 9. <a href="/mark/1-9.htm">Jesus is baptized;</a> 12. <a href="/mark/1-12.htm">tempted;</a> 14. <a href="/mark/1-14.htm">he preaches;</a> 16. <a href="/mark/1-16.htm">calls Peter, Andrew, James, and John;</a> 23. <a href="/mark/1-23.htm">heals one that had a demon;</a> 29. <a href="/mark/1-29.htm">Peter's mother in law;</a> 32. <a href="/mark/1-32.htm">many diseased persons;</a> 40. <a href="/mark/1-40.htm">and cleanses the leper.</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/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>So He went to her This phrase highlights Jesus' willingness to approach and engage with those in need. In the cultural context of the time, a rabbi or teacher might not typically enter the private quarters of a woman, especially one who was ill, due to purity laws. Jesus' action demonstrates His compassion and breaks social norms, emphasizing His mission to reach all people. This act of going to her also reflects the personal nature of Jesus' ministry, as He often sought out individuals to heal and teach.took her by the hand Taking someone by the hand was a gesture of compassion and personal connection. In the Jewish culture of the time, physical touch could render someone ceremonially unclean, especially if the person was sick. However, Jesus' touch brings healing rather than impurity, showcasing His authority over illness and His role as the ultimate healer. This act prefigures the many instances where Jesus' touch brings restoration, such as in the healing of Jairus' daughter (<a href="/mark/5-41.htm">Mark 5:41</a>).and helped her up This phrase indicates Jesus' active role in the healing process. It is not just His presence or touch, but His direct intervention that brings about healing. The act of helping her up symbolizes restoration and new life, akin to resurrection. This mirrors the spiritual resurrection Jesus offers to all who believe in Him, as seen in His promise of eternal life (<a href="/john/11-25.htm">John 11:25</a>).The fever left her The immediate departure of the fever signifies the completeness and authority of Jesus' healing power. In the ancient world, fevers were often seen as serious and life-threatening, with limited medical remedies available. The instantaneous healing underscores Jesus' divine authority over physical ailments, fulfilling prophecies such as <a href="/isaiah/53-4.htm">Isaiah 53:4</a>, which speaks of the Messiah bearing our sicknesses.and she began to serve them Her response to serve immediately after being healed reflects gratitude and restoration to her role within the household. In the cultural context, hospitality was a significant aspect of Jewish life, and her service indicates a return to normalcy and community. This act of service can be seen as a model for believers, illustrating that healing and salvation should lead to a life of service to others, as echoed in Jesus' teaching on servanthood (<a href="/mark/10-45.htm">Mark 10:45</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a> The central figure in this passage, demonstrating His divine authority and compassion by healing Simon's mother-in-law. 2. <a href="/topical/s/simon's_mother-in-law.htm">Simon's Mother-in-law</a> The woman who was healed by Jesus. Her immediate response to serve after being healed is significant. 3. <a href="/topical/s/simon's_house.htm">Simon's House</a> The setting of this event, where Jesus performs the healing miracle. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_disciples.htm">The Disciples</a> Present during this event, witnessing Jesus' power and authority firsthand. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_healing.htm">The Healing</a> A miraculous event where Jesus heals Simon's mother-in-law from a fever, showcasing His divine power.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/j/jesus'_compassion_and_authority.htm">Jesus' Compassion and Authority</a> Jesus' willingness to heal demonstrates His compassion and authority over physical ailments. As believers, we can trust in His power and care in our own lives. <a href="/topical/i/immediate_response_to_healing.htm">Immediate Response to Healing</a> Simon's mother-in-law's immediate service after being healed is a model for us. When God works in our lives, our response should be one of gratitude and service. <a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_touch.htm">The Power of Touch</a> Jesus' act of taking her by the hand signifies the personal and relational nature of His ministry. We are called to reach out and support others in their times of need. <a href="/topical/f/faith_in_action.htm">Faith in Action</a> The disciples' presence during this miracle serves as a reminder of the importance of witnessing and sharing God's work in our lives with others. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_women_in_ministry.htm">The Role of Women in Ministry</a> This passage highlights the active role women played in Jesus' ministry, serving and supporting His mission. It encourages us to recognize and value the contributions of all members of the body of Christ.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_mark_1.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Mark 1</a> <a href="/q/were_any_disciples_of_jesus_married.htm">Were any disciples of Jesus married?</a> <a href="/q/main_themes_in_gospel_of_mark.htm">What are the main themes in the Gospel of Mark?</a> <a href="/q/should_you_separate_yourself_from_them.htm">What miracles did Jesus perform according to the Bible?</a> <a href="/q/what_are_creation_theology's_beliefs.htm">What are the core beliefs of creation theology?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a> <a href="/commentaries/mark/1-31.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>So καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. He went to [her], προσελθὼν (proselthōn) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4334.htm">Strong's 4334: </a> From pros and erchomai; to approach, i.e. come near, visit, or worship, assent to. took κρατήσας (kratēsas) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2902.htm">Strong's 2902: </a> From kratos; to use strength, i.e. Seize or retain. her τῆς (tēs) Article - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. [by the] hand, χειρός (cheiros) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5495.htm">Strong's 5495: </a> A hand. and helped her up. ἤγειρεν (ēgeiren) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1453.htm">Strong's 1453: </a> (a) I wake, arouse, (b) I raise up. Probably akin to the base of agora; to waken, i.e. Rouse. The ὁ (ho) Article - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. fever πυρετός (pyretos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4446.htm">Strong's 4446: </a> A fever, scorching heat. From puresso; inflamed, i.e. feverish. left ἀφῆκεν (aphēken) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_863.htm">Strong's 863: </a> From apo and hiemi; to send forth, in various applications. her, αὐτὴν (autēn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Feminine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. she began to serve διηκόνει (diēkonei) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1247.htm">Strong's 1247: </a> From diakonos; to be an attendant, i.e. Wait upon (figuratively) teacher; technically, to act as a Christian deacon. them. αὐτοῖς (autois) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. 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