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He foams at the mouth, gnashes his teeth and becomes rigid. I asked your disciples to drive out the spirit, but they could not.&#8221 <a href="/nlt/mark/9.htm">New Living Translation</a> And whenever this spirit seizes him, it throws him violently to the ground. Then he foams at the mouth and grinds his teeth and becomes rigid. So I asked your disciples to cast out the evil spirit, but they couldn’t do it.” <a href="/esv/mark/9.htm">English Standard Version</a> And whenever it seizes him, it throws him down, and he foams and grinds his teeth and becomes rigid. So I asked your disciples to cast it out, and they were not able.” <a href="/bsb/mark/9.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Whenever it seizes him, it throws him to the ground. He foams at the mouth, gnashes his teeth, and becomes rigid. I asked Your disciples to drive it out, but they were unable.” <a href="/blb/mark/9.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> and whenever it seizes him, it throws him down; and he foams and gnashes his teeth, and is withering away. And I spoke to Your disciples, that they might cast it out, and they had no power." <a href="/kjv/mark/9.htm">King James Bible</a> And wheresoever he taketh him, he teareth him: and he foameth, and gnasheth with his teeth, and pineth away: and I spake to thy disciples that they should cast him out; and they could not. <a href="/nkjv/mark/9.htm">New King James Version</a> And wherever it seizes him, it throws him down; he foams at the mouth, gnashes his teeth, and becomes rigid. So I spoke to Your disciples, that they should cast it out, but they could not.” <a href="/nasb_/mark/9.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> and whenever it seizes him, it slams him to the ground, and he foams at the mouth and grinds his teeth and becomes stiff. And I told Your disciples so that they would cast it out, but they could not do it.” <a href="/nasb/mark/9.htm">NASB 1995</a> and whenever it seizes him, it slams him to the ground and he foams at the mouth, and grinds his teeth and stiffens out. I told Your disciples to cast it out, and they could not do it.&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/mark/9.htm">NASB 1977 </a> and whenever it seizes him, it dashes him to the ground and he foams at the mouth, and grinds his teeth, and stiffens out. And I told Your disciples to cast it out, and they could not do it.” <a href="/lsb/mark/9.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> and whenever it seizes him, it slams him to the ground and he foams at the mouth, and grinds his teeth and becomes rigid. I told Your disciples to cast it out, and they could not do it.” <a href="/amp/mark/9.htm">Amplified Bible</a> and whenever it seizes him [intending to do harm], it throws him down, and he foams [at the mouth], and grinds his teeth and becomes stiff. I told Your disciples to drive it out, and they could not do it.” <a href="/csb/mark/9.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Whenever it seizes him, it throws him down, and he foams at the mouth, grinds his teeth, and becomes rigid. I asked your disciples to drive it out, but they couldn’t.” <a href="/hcsb/mark/9.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Wherever it seizes him, it throws him down, and he foams at the mouth, grinds his teeth, and becomes rigid. So I asked Your disciples to drive it out, but they couldn&#8217t.&#8221 <a href="/asv/mark/9.htm">American Standard Version</a> and wheresoever it taketh him, it dasheth him down: and he foameth, and grindeth his teeth, and pineth away: and I spake to thy disciples that they should cast it out; and they were not able. <a href="/cev/mark/9.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Whenever the demon attacks my son, it throws him to the ground and makes him foam at the mouth and grit his teeth in pain. Then he becomes stiff. I asked your disciples to force out the demon, but they couldn't do it." <a href="/erv/mark/9.htm">English Revised Version</a> and wheresoever it taketh him, it dasheth him down: and he foameth, and grindeth his teeth, and pineth away: and I spake to thy disciples that they should cast it out; and they were not able. <a href="/gwt/mark/9.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Whenever the spirit brings on a seizure, it throws him to the ground. Then he foams at the mouth, grinds his teeth, and becomes exhausted. I asked your disciples to force the spirit out, but they didn't have the power to do it." <a href="/gnt/mark/9.htm">Good News Translation</a> Whenever the spirit attacks him, it throws him to the ground, and he foams at the mouth, grits his teeth, and becomes stiff all over. I asked your disciples to drive the spirit out, but they could not." <a href="/isv/mark/9.htm">International Standard Version</a> Whenever it brings on a seizure, it throws him to the ground. Then he foams at the mouth, grinds his teeth, and becomes stiff. So I asked your disciples to drive the spirit out, but they didn't have the power." <a href="/msb/mark/9.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Whenever it seizes him, it throws him to the ground. He foams at the mouth, gnashes his teeth, and becomes rigid. I asked Your disciples to drive it out, but they were unable.? <a href="/net/mark/9.htm">NET Bible</a> Whenever it seizes him, it throws him down, and he foams at the mouth, grinds his teeth, and becomes rigid. I asked your disciples to cast it out, but they were not able to do so." <a href="/nheb/mark/9.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> and wherever it seizes him, it throws him down, and he foams at the mouth, and grinds his teeth, and wastes away. I asked your disciples to cast it out, and they weren't able." <a href="/wbt/mark/9.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And wherever he taketh him, he teareth him; and he foameth and gnasheth with his teeth, and pineth away; and I spoke to thy disciples that they should cast him out, and they could not. <a href="/wey/mark/9.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> and wherever it comes upon him, it dashes him to the ground, and he foams at the mouth and grinds his teeth, and he is pining away. I begged your disciples to expel it, but they had not the power." <a href="/web/mark/9.htm">World English Bible</a> and wherever it seizes him, it throws him down; and he foams at the mouth, grinds his teeth, and becomes rigid. I asked your disciples to cast it out, and they weren’t able.” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/mark/9.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and wherever it seizes him, it tears him, and he foams, and gnashes his teeth, and pines away; and I spoke to Your disciples that they may cast it out, and they were not able.” <a href="/blb/mark/9.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> and whenever it seizes him, it throws him down; and he foams and gnashes his teeth, and is withering away. And I spoke to Your disciples, that they might cast it out, and they had no power." <a href="/ylt/mark/9.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and wherever it doth seize him, it doth tear him, and he foameth, and gnasheth his teeth, and pineth away; and I spake to thy disciples that they may cast it out, and they were not able.' <a href="/slt/mark/9.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And wherever he overtakes him, he rends him: and he foams, and gnashes his teeth, and he is dried up: and I spake to thy disciples that they might cast him out; and they could not.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/mark/9.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Who, wheresoever he taketh him, dasheth him, and he foameth, and gnasheth with the teeth, and pineth away; and I spoke to thy disciples to cast him out, and they could not. <a href="/cpdv/mark/9.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And whenever it takes hold of him, it throws him down, and he foams and gnashes with his teeth, and he becomes unconscious. And I asked your disciples to cast him out, and they could not.” <a href="/nabre/mark/9.htm">New American Bible</a> Wherever it seizes him, it throws him down; he foams at the mouth, grinds his teeth, and becomes rigid. I asked your disciples to drive it out, but they were unable to do so.” <a href="/nrsvce/mark/9.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> and whenever it seizes him, it dashes him down; and he foams and grinds his teeth and becomes rigid; and I asked your disciples to cast it out, but they could not do so.”<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/mark/9.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And whenever it seizes him, it troubles him; and he foams, and gnashes his teeth, and gets worn out. And I asked your disciples to cast it out, but they could not. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/mark/9.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> “And whenever it comes upon him, it throws him and it beats him and he gnashes his teeth and he wastes away, and I spoke to your disciples that they might cast it out, and they were not able.”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/mark/9.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And wherever it seizes him, it throws him into convulsions; and he foams, and gnashes with his teeth, and pines away: and I spoke to your disciples to cast him out, and they were not able. <a href="/godbey/mark/9.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And when he may take him, he lacerates him: and he froths, and gnashes his teeth, and pines away. And I said to thy disciples, that they should cast him out; and they were not able. <a href="/haweis/mark/9.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> and wherever he seizeth him, he throws him into strong convulsions: and he foams at the mouth, and grinds his teeth, and pines away. And I spoke to thy disciples, that they should cast him out; and they were unable. <a href="/mace/mark/9.htm">Mace New Testament</a> which no sooner comes on him, but it throws him down: then the child foams, gnashes his teeth, and grows meager. <a href="/wey/mark/9.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> and wherever it comes upon him, it dashes him to the ground, and he foams at the mouth and grinds his teeth, and he is pining away. I begged your disciples to expel it, but they had not the power." <a href="/worrell/mark/9.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> and wheresoever it seizes upon him, it tears him, and he foams, and gnashes his teeth, and pines away. And I spake to Thy disciples, that they should cast it out; and they were not able." <a href="/worsley/mark/9.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> and wherever it seizeth him, it convulseth him; and he fometh, and gnasheth his teeth, and thus he pineth away: and I desired thy disciples to cast him out, and they could not. <a href="/parallel/mark/9-18.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=2838" 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/9.htm">The Boy with an Evil Spirit</a> …17Someone in the crowd replied, “Teacher, I brought You my son, who has a spirit that makes him mute. 18<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/3699.htm" title="3699: hopou (Adv) -- Where, whither, in what place. From hos and pou; what(-ever) where, i.e. At whichever spot.">Whenever</a> <a href="/greek/1437.htm" title="1437: ean (Conj) -- If. From ei and an; a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc."></a> <a href="/greek/2638.htm" title="2638: katalabē (V-ASA-3S) -- From kata and lambano; to take eagerly, i.e. Seize, possess, etc.">it seizes</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: auton (PPro-AM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">him,</a> <a href="/greek/4486.htm" title="4486: rhēssei (V-PIA-3S) -- To rend, break asunder; I break forth (into speech); I throw or dash down. ">it throws him to the ground.</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: auton (PPro-AM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons."></a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/875.htm" title="875: aphrizei (V-PIA-3S) -- To foam (at the mouth), froth. From aphros; to froth at the mouth.">He foams at the mouth,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/5149.htm" title="5149: trizei (V-PIA-3S) -- To grate, gnash (as the teeth). Apparently a primary verb; to creak, i.e. to grate the teeth.">gnashes</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tous (Art-AMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3599.htm" title="3599: odontas (N-AMP) -- A tooth. Perhaps from the base of esthio; a tooth.">his teeth,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/3583.htm" title="3583: xērainetai (V-PIM/P-3S) -- To dry up, parch, be ripened, wither, waste away. From xeros; to desiccate; by implication, to shrivel, to mature.">becomes rigid.</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/2036.htm" title="2036: eipa (V-AIA-1S) -- Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say.">I asked</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: sou (PPro-G2S) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">Your</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tois (Art-DMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3101.htm" title="3101: mathētais (N-DMP) -- A learner, disciple, pupil. From manthano; a learner, i.e. Pupil.">disciples</a> <a href="/greek/2443.htm" title="2443: hina (Conj) -- In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.">to</a> <a href="/greek/1544.htm" title="1544: ekbalōsin (V-ASA-3P) -- To throw (cast, put) out; I banish; I bring forth, produce. From ek and ballo; to eject.">drive it out,</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: auto (PPro-AN3S) -- 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. ">but</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."></a> <a href="/greek/2480.htm" title="2480: ischysan (V-AIA-3P) -- To have strength, be strong, be in full health and vigor, be able; meton: I prevail. From ischus; to have force.">they were unable.”</a> 19“O unbelieving generation!” Jesus replied. “How long must I remain with you? How long must I put up with you? Bring the boy to 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/17-14.htm">Matthew 17:14-18</a> When they came to the crowd, a man came up to Jesus and knelt before Him. / “Lord, have mercy on my son,” he said. “He has seizures and is suffering terribly. He often falls into the fire or into the water. / I brought him to Your disciples, but they could not heal him.” ... <a href="/luke/9-37.htm">Luke 9:37-42</a> The next day, when they came down from the mountain, Jesus was met by a large crowd. / Suddenly a man in the crowd cried out, “Teacher, I beg You to look at my son, for he is my only child. / A spirit keeps seizing him, and he screams abruptly. It throws him into convulsions so that he foams at the mouth. It keeps mauling him and rarely departs from him. ... <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="/mark/1-23.htm">Mark 1:23-26</a> Suddenly a man with an unclean spirit cried out in the synagogue: / “What do You want with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have You come to destroy us? I know who You are—the Holy One of God!” / But Jesus rebuked the spirit. “Be silent!” He said. “Come out of him!” ... <a href="/luke/11-14.htm">Luke 11:14</a> One day Jesus was driving out a demon that was mute. And when the demon was gone, the man who had been mute spoke. The crowds were amazed, <a href="/matthew/9-32.htm">Matthew 9:32-33</a> As they were leaving, a demon-possessed man who was mute was brought to Jesus. / 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!” <a href="/mark/5-2.htm">Mark 5:2-8</a> As soon as Jesus got out of the boat, He was met by a man with an unclean spirit, who was coming from the tombs. / This man had been living in the tombs and could no longer be restrained, even with chains. / Though he was often bound with chains and shackles, he had broken the chains and shattered the shackles. Now there was no one with the strength to subdue him. ... <a href="/luke/8-27.htm">Luke 8:27-33</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="/acts/16-16.htm">Acts 16:16-18</a> One day as we were going to the place of prayer, we were met by a slave girl with a spirit of divination, who earned a large income for her masters by fortune-telling. / This girl followed Paul and the rest of us, shouting, “These men are servants of the Most High God, who are proclaiming to you the way of salvation!” / She continued this for many days. Eventually Paul grew so aggravated that he turned and said to the spirit, “In the name of Jesus Christ I command you to come out of her!” And the spirit left her at that very moment. <a href="/matthew/15-22.htm">Matthew 15:22-28</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.” / But Jesus did not answer a word. So His disciples came and urged Him, “Send her away, for she keeps crying out after us.” / He answered, “I was sent only to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.” ... <a href="/mark/7-25.htm">Mark 7:25-30</a> Instead, a woman whose little daughter had an unclean spirit soon heard about Jesus, and she came and fell at His feet. / Now she was a Greek woman of Syrophoenician origin, and she kept asking Jesus to drive the demon out of her daughter. / “First let the children have their fill,” He said. “For it is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs.” ... <a href="/luke/4-33.htm">Luke 4:33-35</a> In the synagogue there was a man possessed by the spirit of an unclean demon. He cried out in a loud voice, / “Ha! What do You want with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have You come to destroy us? I know who You are—the Holy One of God!” / But Jesus rebuked the demon. “Be silent!” He said. “Come out of him!” At this, the demon threw the man down before them all and came out without harming him. <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="/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="/isaiah/42-7.htm">Isaiah 42:7</a> to open the eyes of the blind, to bring prisoners out of the dungeon and those sitting in darkness out from the prison house.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And wherever he takes him, he tears him: and he foams, and gnashes with his teeth, and pines away: and I spoke to your disciples that they should cast him out; and they could not.teareth him.<a href="/mark/9-26.htm">Mark 9:26</a> And the spirit cried, and rent him sore, and came out of him: and he was as one dead; insomuch that many said, He is dead.<a href="/matthew/15-22.htm">Matthew 15:22</a> And, behold, a woman of Canaan came out of the same coasts, and cried unto him, saying, Have mercy on me, O Lord, thou Son of David; my daughter is grievously vexed with a devil.<a href="/luke/9-39.htm">Luke 9:39</a> And, lo, a spirit taketh him, and he suddenly crieth out; and it teareth him that he foameth again, and bruising him hardly departeth from him.he foameth.<a href="/mark/9-20.htm">Mark 9:20</a> And they brought him unto him: and when he saw him, straightway the spirit tare him; and he fell on the ground, and wallowed foaming.<a href="/jude/1-13.htm">Jude 1:13</a> Raging waves of the sea, foaming out their own shame; wandering stars, to whom is reserved the blackness of darkness for ever.gnasheth.<a href="/job/16-9.htm">Job 16:9</a> He teareth me in his wrath, who hateth me: he gnasheth upon me with his teeth; mine enemy sharpeneth his eyes upon me.<a href="/psalms/112-10.htm">Psalm 112:10</a> The wicked shall see it, and be grieved; he shall gnash with his teeth, and melt away: the desire of the wicked shall perish.<a href="/matthew/8-12.htm">Matthew 8:12</a> But the children of the kingdom shall be cast out into outer darkness: there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.and they.<a href="/mark/9-28.htm">Mark 9:28,29</a> And when he was come into the house, his disciples asked him privately, Why could not we cast him out? … <a href="/mark/11-23.htm">Mark 11:23</a> For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith.<a href="/2_kings/4-29.htm">2 Kings 4:29-31</a> Then he said to Gehazi, Gird up thy loins, and take my staff in thine hand, and go thy way: if thou meet any man, salute him not; and if any salute thee, answer him not again: and lay my staff upon the face of the child… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/mark/9-3.htm">Able</a> <a href="/mark/8-22.htm">Begged</a> <a href="/mark/7-27.htm">Cast</a> <a href="/nahum/2-1.htm">Dashes</a> <a href="/mark/9-14.htm">Disciples</a> <a href="/mark/3-23.htm">Drive</a> <a href="/mark/7-26.htm">Expel</a> <a href="/luke/9-39.htm">Foameth</a> <a href="/psalms/75-8.htm">Foams</a> <a href="/psalms/112-10.htm">Gnashes</a> <a href="/psalms/112-10.htm">Gnasheth</a> <a href="/mark/7-20.htm">Goes</a> <a href="/mark/8-6.htm">Ground</a> <a href="/mark/7-6.htm">Lips</a> <a href="/mark/8-23.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/mark/4-17.htm">Pain</a> <a href="/psalms/119-81.htm">Pineth</a> <a href="/jeremiah/31-25.htm">Pining</a> <a href="/mark/9-17.htm">Power</a> <a href="/mark/9-12.htm">Puts</a> <a href="/mark/7-36.htm">Request</a> <a href="/micah/4-9.htm">Seizes</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-1.htm">Stiffens</a> <a href="/habakkuk/3-10.htm">Streaming</a> <a href="/mark/5-4.htm">Strength</a> <a href="/micah/5-8.htm">Teareth</a> <a href="/mark/2-21.htm">Tears</a> <a href="/matthew/27-44.htm">Teeth</a> <a href="/mark/4-32.htm">Throws</a> <a href="/matthew/27-29.htm">Twisted</a> <a href="/mark/5-13.htm">Violently</a> <a href="/ezekiel/36-33.htm">Wastes</a> <a href="/matthew/22-8.htm">Weren't</a> <a href="/mark/6-10.htm">Whenever</a> <a href="/mark/6-56.htm">Wheresoever</a> <a href="/mark/6-56.htm">Wherever</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/mark/9-23.htm">Able</a> <a href="/mark/15-6.htm">Begged</a> <a href="/mark/9-22.htm">Cast</a> <a href="/exodus/15-6.htm">Dashes</a> <a href="/mark/9-28.htm">Disciples</a> <a href="/mark/9-28.htm">Drive</a> <a href="/mark/9-28.htm">Expel</a> <a href="/luke/9-39.htm">Foameth</a> <a href="/luke/9-39.htm">Foams</a> <a href="/job/16-9.htm">Gnashes</a> <a href="/job/16-9.htm">Gnasheth</a> <a href="/mark/9-43.htm">Goes</a> <a href="/mark/9-20.htm">Ground</a> <a href="/mark/9-20.htm">Lips</a> <a href="/mark/9-20.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/luke/7-22.htm">Pain</a> <a href="/psalms/84-2.htm">Pineth</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/28-65.htm">Pining</a> <a href="/mark/12-24.htm">Power</a> <a href="/mark/10-11.htm">Puts</a> <a href="/mark/10-35.htm">Request</a> <a href="/luke/9-39.htm">Seizes</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-1.htm">Stiffens</a> <a href="/mark/9-20.htm">Streaming</a> <a href="/mark/12-30.htm">Strength</a> <a href="/luke/9-39.htm">Teareth</a> <a href="/mark/9-24.htm">Tears</a> <a href="/luke/13-28.htm">Teeth</a> <a href="/luke/9-39.htm">Throws</a> <a href="/mark/15-17.htm">Twisted</a> <a href="/mark/9-26.htm">Violently</a> <a href="/numbers/5-22.htm">Wastes</a> <a href="/luke/17-17.htm">Weren't</a> <a href="/mark/11-25.htm">Whenever</a> <a href="/mark/14-9.htm">Wheresoever</a> <a href="/mark/14-9.htm">Wherever</a><div class="vheading2">Mark 9</div>1. <a href="/mark/9-1.htm">Jesus is transfigured.</a> 11. <a href="/mark/9-11.htm">He instructs his disciples concerning the coming of Elijah;</a> 14. <a href="/mark/9-14.htm">casts forth a deaf and mute spirit;</a> 30. <a href="/mark/9-30.htm">foretells his death and resurrection;</a> 33. <a href="/mark/9-33.htm">exhorts his disciples to humility;</a> 38. <a href="/mark/9-38.htm">bidding them not to prohibit such as are not against them, </a> 42. <a href="/mark/9-42.htm">nor to give offense to any of the faithful.</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'; 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This phrase describes the violent nature of the demonic possession affecting the boy. The term "seizes" indicates a sudden and forceful attack, suggesting the demon's control over the boy's physical body. This reflects the spiritual warfare theme prevalent in the Gospels, where Jesus confronts and overcomes demonic forces. The act of being thrown to the ground signifies the destructive intent of the demon, highlighting the severity of the boy's condition and the need for divine intervention.He foams at the mouth, gnashes his teeth, and becomes rigid. These symptoms are indicative of a severe physical and spiritual affliction. Foaming at the mouth and gnashing of teeth are often associated with epilepsy, but in this context, they are attributed to demonic influence. The rigidity of the boy's body suggests a loss of control, emphasizing the demon's power over him. This description underscores the helplessness of the afflicted and the necessity of Jesus' authority to bring healing and deliverance.I asked Your disciples to drive it out, but they were unable.” The disciples' inability to cast out the demon highlights their lack of faith and understanding at this point in their ministry. This moment serves as a teaching opportunity for Jesus to emphasize the importance of faith and prayer in spiritual warfare. It also foreshadows the greater empowerment the disciples will receive after Jesus' resurrection and the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. This failure contrasts with Jesus' authority and power, reinforcing His unique role as the Son of God who has dominion over all spiritual forces.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a> - The central figure in the Gospel of Mark, who is approached by a desperate father seeking healing for his son. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_father.htm">The Father</a> - A man who brings his demon-possessed son to Jesus after the disciples fail to heal him. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_son.htm">The Son</a> - A boy suffering from a severe condition caused by an unclean spirit, manifesting in seizures and physical distress. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_disciples.htm">The Disciples</a> - Followers of Jesus who were unable to cast out the demon from the boy, highlighting their lack of faith or understanding at that moment. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_crowd.htm">The Crowd</a> - A group of onlookers witnessing the interaction between Jesus, the father, and the disciples, representing the public's interest in Jesus' ministry.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_faith.htm">The Power of Faith</a> This passage underscores the necessity of faith in overcoming spiritual challenges. The disciples' inability to cast out the demon serves as a reminder that faith is crucial in spiritual warfare. <a href="/topical/j/jesus'_authority.htm">Jesus' Authority</a> Jesus demonstrates His supreme authority over evil spirits, reinforcing the belief in His divine power and the importance of relying on Him in times of need. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_prayer.htm">The Role of Prayer</a> The disciples' failure points to the need for prayer and dependence on God. In subsequent verses, Jesus explains that some spiritual battles require prayer, highlighting its importance in the life of a believer. <a href="/topical/c/compassion_and_desperation.htm">Compassion and Desperation</a> The father's plea to Jesus reflects a heart of desperation and faith. Believers are encouraged to bring their burdens to Jesus, trusting in His compassion and ability to intervene.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_mark_9.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Mark 9</a> <a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_stubbornness.htm">What does the Bible say about stubbornness?</a> <a href="/q/what_is_truth_according_to_the_bible.htm">What does the Bible teach about money?</a> <a href="/q/mark_9_14-29__evidence_of_true_exorcism.htm">Mark 9:14–29 – What proof exists that this exorcism was not merely a medical or psychological case misunderstood by ancient people? </a> <a href="/q/what_miracles_did_jesus_do_in_the_bible.htm">What miracles did Jesus perform according to the Bible?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/mark/9.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 18. - Wheresoever it taketh him (καταλάβη); literally, it seizeth hold of him. This is the Greek word from which comes our "catalepsy," the active form of "epilepsy." It teareth him (ῤήσσει). This is doubtless the literal meaning. But there is much evidence to show that it means here "it striketh or throweth him down." This is the reudering of the Peshito Syriac, and of the Vulgate. The same interpretation is also given by Hesychius as one of the meanings of the word. St. Luke (<a href="/luke/9-39.htm">Luke 9:39</a>) describes the symptoms thus: "A spirit taketh him, and he suddenly crieth out, and it teareth him (σπαράσσει αὐτὸν) that he foameth (μετὰ ἀφροῦ), and it hardly departeth from him, bruising him sorely." This it will be remembered is the record of one who was himself a physician. He grindeth his teeth, and pineth away (ξηραίνεται), as though the springs of his life were dried up. The father of the boy is here minutely describing the symptoms when the fit was upon him. He seems here to express the stiffness and rigidity of the body in the approaches of the malady. And I spake to thy disciples that they should cast it out; and they were not able. They had tried and failed. This failure is attributed by our Lord (see <a href="/matthew/17-20.htm">Matthew 17:20</a>) to their want of faith; or rather to their "little faith (διὰ τὴν ὀλιγοπιστίαν ὑμῶν)." <a href="/commentaries/mark/9-18.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>Whenever ὅπου (hopou) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3699.htm">Strong's 3699: </a> Where, whither, in what place. From hos and pou; what(-ever) where, i.e. At whichever spot. it seizes καταλάβῃ (katalabē) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2638.htm">Strong's 2638: </a> From kata and lambano; to take eagerly, i.e. Seize, possess, etc. him, αὐτὸν (auton) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 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. it throws him to the ground. ῥήσσει (rhēssei) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4486.htm">Strong's 4486: </a> To rend, break asunder; I break forth (into speech); I throw or dash down. He foams at the mouth, ἀφρίζει (aphrizei) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_875.htm">Strong's 875: </a> To foam (at the mouth), froth. From aphros; to froth at the mouth. gnashes τρίζει (trizei) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5149.htm">Strong's 5149: </a> To grate, gnash (as the teeth). Apparently a primary verb; to creak, i.e. to grate the teeth. his teeth, ὀδόντας (odontas) Noun - Accusative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3599.htm">Strong's 3599: </a> A tooth. Perhaps from the base of esthio; a 'tooth'. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. becomes rigid. ξηραίνεται (xērainetai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3583.htm">Strong's 3583: </a> To dry up, parch, be ripened, wither, waste away. From xeros; to desiccate; by implication, to shrivel, to mature. I asked εἶπα (eipa) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2036.htm">Strong's 2036: </a> Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say. Your σου (sou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. disciples μαθηταῖς (mathētais) Noun - Dative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3101.htm">Strong's 3101: </a> A learner, disciple, pupil. From manthano; a learner, i.e. Pupil. to ἵνα (hina) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2443.htm">Strong's 2443: </a> In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that. drive it out, ἐκβάλωσιν (ekbalōsin) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1544.htm">Strong's 1544: </a> To throw (cast, put) out; I banish; I bring forth, produce. From ek and ballo; to eject. but καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. they were unable.” ἴσχυσαν (ischysan) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2480.htm">Strong's 2480: </a> To have strength, be strong, be in full health and vigor, be able; meton: I prevail. 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