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He is calling for Elijah!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/mark/15.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />When some of the bystanders heard it, they began saying, &#8220Behold, He is calling for Elijah.&#8221<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/mark/15.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And when some of the bystanders heard it, they <i>began</i> saying, “Behold, He is calling for Elijah.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/mark/15.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />And when some of the bystanders heard it, they <i>began</i> saying, “Look, He is calling for Elijah.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/mark/15.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Some of the bystanders heard Him and said, “Look! He is calling for Elijah!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/mark/15.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />When some of those standing there heard this, they said, “See, he’s calling for Elijah.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/mark/15.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />When some of those standing there heard this, they said, &#8220Look, He&#8217s calling for Elijah!&#8221<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/mark/15.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And some of them that stood by, when they heard it, said, Behold, he calleth Elijah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/mark/15.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Some of the people standing there heard Jesus and said, "He is calling for Elijah." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/mark/15.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And some of them that stood by, when they heard it, said, Behold, he calleth Elijah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/mark/15.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />When some of the people standing there heard him say that, they said, "Listen! He's calling Elijah."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/mark/15.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Some of the people there heard him and said, "Listen, he is calling for Elijah!" <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/mark/15.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />When some of the people standing there heard this, they said, "Listen! He's calling for Elijah!" <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/mark/15.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />When some of those standing nearby heard this, they said, ?Behold, He is calling Elijah.?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/mark/15.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />When some of the bystanders heard it they said, "Listen, he is calling for Elijah!"<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/mark/15.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Some of those who stood by, when they heard it, said, "Look, he is calling for Elijah."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/mark/15.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And some of them that stood by, when they heard it, said, Behold, he calleth Elijah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/mark/15.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />Some of the bystanders, hearing Him, said, "Listen, he is calling for Elijah!"<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/mark/15.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Some of those who stood by, when they heard it, said, “Behold, he is calling Elijah.” <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/mark/15.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And certain of those standing by, having heard, said, “Behold, He calls Elijah”;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/mark/15.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />And some of those standing by, having heard, were saying, "Behold, He calls Elijah."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/mark/15.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And certain of those standing by, having heard, said, 'Lo, Elijah he doth call;'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/mark/15.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And some of them standing by, having heard, said, Behold, he calls Elias.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/mark/15.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And some of the standers by hearing, said: Behold he calleth Elias. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/mark/15.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />And some of those standing near, upon hearing this, said, “Behold, he is calling Elijah.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/mark/15.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Some of the bystanders who heard it said, “Look, he is calling Elijah.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/mark/15.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />When some of the bystanders heard it, they said, “Listen, he is calling for Elijah.”<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/mark/15.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Some of the men who were standing by, when they heard it, said, He called for Elijah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/mark/15.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />And the people who heard among those standing there were saying, “He called to Elijah.”<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/mark/15.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />And some of those who stood by, when they heard it, said: Behold, he calls for Elijah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/mark/15.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br />And certain ones of those standing by said, Behold, He is calling Elijah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/mark/15.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />And some of those who stood by, hearing him, said, Behold, he crieth for Elias.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/mark/15.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />some there present upon hearing that, said: observe, he calls upon Elias.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/mark/15.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />Some of the bystanders, hearing Him, said, "Listen, he is calling for Elijah!"<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/mark/15.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />And some of those standing by, hearing <i>it</i>, said, "Behold, He is calling Elijah!"<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/mark/15.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />And some of them that stood by hearing <i>it,</i> said, Behold He calleth upon Elias.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/mark/15-35.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/DmwDTC71zvQ?start=5484" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/mark/15.htm">The Death of Jesus</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">34</span>At the ninth hour, Jesus cried out in a loud voice, “Eloi, Eloi, lema sabachthani?” which means, “My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?” <span class="reftext">35</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: Kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">When</a> <a href="/greek/5100.htm" title="5100: tines (IPro-NMP) -- Any one, some one, a certain one or thing. An enclitic indefinite pronoun; some or any person or object.">some</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tōn (Art-GMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">of those</a> <a href="/greek/3936.htm" title="3936: parestēkotōn (V-RPA-GMP) -- Or prolonged paristano from para and histemi; to stand beside, i.e. to exhibit, proffer, recommend, substantiate; or to be at hand, aid.">standing nearby</a> <a href="/greek/191.htm" title="191: akousantes (V-APA-NMP) -- To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear.">heard this,</a> <a href="/greek/2036.htm" title="2036: elegon (V-IIA-3P) -- Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say.">they said,</a> <a href="/greek/2400.htm" title="2400: Ide (V-AMA-2S) -- See! Lo! Behold! Look! Second person singular imperative middle voice of eido; used as imperative lo!">“Behold,</a> <a href="/greek/5455.htm" title="5455: phōnei (V-PIA-3S) -- From phone; to emit a sound; by implication, to address in words or by name, also in imitation.">He is calling</a> <a href="/greek/2243.htm" title="2243: Ēlian (N-AMS) -- Elijah, the prophet. Of Hebrew origin; Helias, an Israelite.">Elijah.”</a> </span> <span class="reftext">36</span>And someone ran and filled a sponge with sour wine. He put it on a reed and held it up for Jesus to drink, saying, “Leave Him alone. Let us see if Elijah comes to take Him down.”…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/27-47.htm">Matthew 27:47</a></span><br />When some of those standing there heard this, they said, “He is calling Elijah.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/19-28.htm">John 19:28-30</a></span><br />After this, knowing that everything had now been accomplished, and to fulfill the Scripture, Jesus said, “I am thirsty.” / A jar of sour wine was sitting there. So they soaked a sponge in the wine, put it on a stalk of hyssop, and lifted it to His mouth. / When Jesus had received the sour wine, He said, “It is finished.” And bowing His head, He yielded up His spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/22-1.htm">Psalm 22:1</a></span><br />For the choirmaster. To the tune of “The Doe of the Dawn.” A Psalm of David. My God, my God, why have You forsaken me? Why are You so far from saving me, so far from my words of groaning?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/27-46.htm">Matthew 27:46</a></span><br />About the ninth hour Jesus cried out in a loud voice, “Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani?” which means, “My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/23-36.htm">Luke 23:36-37</a></span><br />The soldiers also mocked Him and came up to offer Him sour wine. / “If You are the King of the Jews,” they said, “save Yourself!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/19-29.htm">John 19:29</a></span><br />A jar of sour wine was sitting there. So they soaked a sponge in the wine, put it on a stalk of hyssop, and lifted it to His mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/69-21.htm">Psalm 69:21</a></span><br />They poisoned my food with gall and gave me vinegar to quench my thirst.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/53-3.htm">Isaiah 53:3-4</a></span><br />He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows, acquainted with grief. Like one from whom men hide their faces, He was despised, and we esteemed Him not. / Surely He took up our infirmities and carried our sorrows; yet we considered Him stricken, struck down by God, and afflicted.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/5-7.htm">Hebrews 5:7-8</a></span><br />During the days of Jesus’ earthly life, He offered up prayers and petitions with loud cries and tears to the One who could save Him from death, and He was heard because of His reverence. / Although He was a Son, He learned obedience from what He suffered.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/7-12.htm">John 7:12</a></span><br />Many in the crowds were whispering about Him. Some said, “He is a good man.” But others replied, “No, He deceives the people.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/22-7.htm">Psalm 22:7-8</a></span><br />All who see me mock me; they sneer and shake their heads: / “He trusts in the LORD, let the LORD deliver him; let the LORD rescue him, since He delights in him.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/26-67.htm">Matthew 26:67-68</a></span><br />Then they spit in His face and struck Him. Others slapped Him / and said, “Prophesy to us, Christ! Who hit You?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/23-35.htm">Luke 23:35</a></span><br />The people stood watching, and the rulers sneered at Him, saying, “He saved others; let Him save Himself if He is the Christ of God, the Chosen One.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/19-19.htm">John 19:19-22</a></span><br />Pilate also had a notice posted on the cross. It read: JESUS OF NAZARETH, THE KING OF THE JEWS. / Many of the Jews read this sign, because the place where Jesus was crucified was near the city, and it was written in Hebrew, Latin, and Greek. / So the chief priests of the Jews said to Pilate, “Do not write, ‘The King of the Jews,’ but only that He said, ‘I am the King of the Jews.’” ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/50-6.htm">Isaiah 50:6</a></span><br />I offered My back to those who struck Me, and My cheeks to those who tore out My beard. I did not hide My face from scorn and spittle.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And some of them that stood by, when they heard it, said, Behold, he calls Elias.</p><p class="hdg">he.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/mark/9-11.htm">Mark 9:11-13</a></b></br> And they asked him, saying, Why say the scribes that Elias must first come? … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/17-11.htm">Matthew 17:11-13</a></b></br> And Jesus answered and said unto them, Elias truly shall first come, and restore all things… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/27-47.htm">Matthew 27:47-49</a></b></br> Some of them that stood there, when they heard <i>that</i>, said, This <i>man</i> calleth for Elias… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/mark/14-70.htm">Bystanders</a> <a href="/mark/12-37.htm">Calls</a> <a href="/mark/15-8.htm">Crying</a> <a href="/mark/9-13.htm">Elias</a> <a href="/mark/9-13.htm">Elijah</a> <a href="/mark/9-13.htm">Eli'jah</a> <a href="/mark/14-64.htm">Heard</a> <a href="/mark/14-58.htm">Hearing</a> <a href="/mark/9-26.htm">He's</a> <a href="/mark/14-70.htm">Standing</a> <a href="/mark/14-70.htm">Stood</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/luke/19-24.htm">Bystanders</a> <a href="/luke/15-6.htm">Calls</a> <a href="/luke/3-4.htm">Crying</a> <a href="/mark/15-36.htm">Elias</a> <a href="/mark/15-36.htm">Elijah</a> <a href="/luke/4-25.htm">Eli'jah</a> <a href="/mark/15-39.htm">Heard</a> <a href="/luke/2-46.htm">Hearing</a> <a href="/acts/20-10.htm">He's</a> <a href="/mark/15-39.htm">Standing</a> <a href="/mark/15-39.htm">Stood</a><div class="vheading2">Mark 15</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/15-1.htm">Jesus brought bound, and accused before Pilate.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/15-6.htm">Upon the clamor of the people, the murderer Barabbas is released, </a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/15-12.htm">and Jesus delivered up to be crucified.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/15-16.htm">He is crowned with thorns, spit on, and mocked;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">21. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/15-21.htm">faints in bearing his cross;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">27. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/15-27.htm">hangs between two thieves;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">29. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/15-29.htm">suffers the triumphing reproaches of the crowd;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">39. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/15-39.htm">but is confessed by the centurion to be the Son of God;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">42. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/15-42.htm">and is honorably buried by Joseph.</a></span><br></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><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <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> <br /><br /> </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/15.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/15.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>When some of those standing nearby heard this</b><br>This phrase refers to the bystanders present at the crucifixion of Jesus. The scene is set at Golgotha, a site outside Jerusalem's walls, where Roman executions were carried out. The crowd likely included Roman soldiers, Jewish leaders, and passersby. The presence of various groups highlights the public nature of crucifixions, intended as a deterrent. The bystanders' reaction is significant, as it reflects a misunderstanding of Jesus' words, "Eloi, Eloi, lema sabachthani?" (My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?), which He cried out in Aramaic. This misunderstanding underscores the spiritual blindness and confusion surrounding Jesus' identity and mission.<p><b>they said, “Behold, He is calling Elijah.”</b><br>The mention of Elijah is rooted in Jewish eschatological expectations. Elijah, a prophet who did not die but was taken to heaven (<a href="/2_kings/2-11.htm">2 Kings 2:11</a>), was believed to return before the coming of the Messiah (<a href="/malachi/4-5.htm">Malachi 4:5</a>). The bystanders' statement reflects a common belief that Elijah would come to rescue the righteous in times of distress. This misunderstanding of Jesus' cry is ironic, as it points to the people's hope for deliverance while they fail to recognize Jesus as the true Messiah. The reference to Elijah also connects to the broader theme of prophetic fulfillment in the Gospels, where Jesus is seen as the culmination of the Law and the Prophets.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/jesus_christ.htm">Jesus Christ</a></b><br>Central figure of the New Testament, the Son of God, who is being crucified at this moment.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/b/bystanders.htm">Bystanders</a></b><br>Individuals present at the crucifixion, likely a mix of Roman soldiers, Jewish leaders, and onlookers.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/e/elijah.htm">Elijah</a></b><br>A prophet from the Old Testament, known for his powerful ministry and being taken up to heaven without dying (<a href="/2_kings/2-11.htm">2 Kings 2:11</a>).<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/g/golgotha.htm">Golgotha</a></b><br>The place of the crucifixion, also known as "The Place of the Skull."<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/c/crucifixion.htm">Crucifixion</a></b><br>The Roman method of execution being used to put Jesus to death.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/m/misunderstanding_of_jesus'_words.htm">Misunderstanding of Jesus' Words</a></b><br>The bystanders misinterpret Jesus' cry, highlighting the importance of understanding Scripture and Jesus' mission.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/expectations_of_elijah.htm">Expectations of Elijah</a></b><br>Reflect on how preconceived notions can cloud our understanding of God's work. The Jews expected Elijah to return physically, missing the spiritual fulfillment in John the Baptist.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/fulfillment_of_prophecy.htm">Fulfillment of Prophecy</a></b><br>Jesus' reference to <a href="/bsb/psalms/22.htm">Psalm 22</a> underscores the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy, affirming the reliability of Scripture.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_suffering.htm">The Role of Suffering</a></b><br>Jesus' suffering was misunderstood by those around Him, yet it was central to God's redemptive plan. Consider how God can use suffering in our lives for His purposes.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/listening_to_god's_voice.htm">Listening to God's Voice</a></b><br>The bystanders heard but did not understand. We must cultivate a heart that listens and discerns God's voice through His Word.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_mark_15.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Mark 15</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_do_you_say_i_am.htm">Who do you say I am?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/key_events_in_jesus'_third_year.htm">What events marked Jesus' third year of ministry?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/did_jesus_appear_to_12_or_11_disciples.htm">How many disciples did Jesus appear to after his resurrection: Twelve (1 Cor 15:5) or Eleven (Matt 27:3-5; Acts 1:9-26; Matt 28:16; Mark 16:14; Luke 24:9, 33)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/main_themes_of_bible's_books.htm">What are the main themes of the Bible's books?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/mark/15.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 35.</span> - Notwithstanding the supernatural darkness, there were those who lingered about the cross. Indeed, the darkness would add greatly to the awfulness of the place. It was out of that darkness that the voice of Jesus was heard; and inasmuch as Elias, or Elijah, was believed to hold some relation to the Messiah, it was natural for some of those who stood by to understand the words to mean that our Lord was actually calling for Elias. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/mark/15-35.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">When</span><br /><span class="grk">Καί</span> <span class="translit">(Kai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> </span><span class="str2">And, even, also, namely. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">some</span><br /><span class="grk">τινες</span> <span class="translit">(tines)</span><br /><span class="parse">Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Nominative Masculine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_5100.htm">Strong's 5100: </a> </span><span class="str2">Any one, some one, a certain one or thing. An enclitic indefinite pronoun; some or any person or object.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of those</span><br /><span class="grk">τῶν</span> <span class="translit">(tōn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article - Genitive Masculine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">standing nearby</span><br /><span class="grk">παρεστηκότων</span> <span class="translit">(parestēkotōn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Perfect Participle Active - Genitive Masculine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3936.htm">Strong's 3936: </a> </span><span class="str2">Or prolonged paristano from para and histemi; to stand beside, i.e. to exhibit, proffer, recommend, substantiate; or to be at hand, aid.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">heard [this],</span><br /><span class="grk">ἀκούσαντες</span> <span class="translit">(akousantes)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_191.htm">Strong's 191: </a> </span><span class="str2">To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">they said,</span><br /><span class="grk">ἔλεγον</span> <span class="translit">(elegon)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2036.htm">Strong's 2036: </a> </span><span class="str2">Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">“Look,</span><br /><span class="grk">Ἴδε</span> <span class="translit">(Ide)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Imperative Active - 2nd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2400.htm">Strong's 2400: </a> </span><span class="str2">See! Lo! Behold! Look! Second person singular imperative middle voice of eido; used as imperative lo!</span><br /><br /><span class="word">He is calling</span><br /><span class="grk">φωνεῖ</span> <span class="translit">(phōnei)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_5455.htm">Strong's 5455: </a> </span><span class="str2">From phone; to emit a sound; by implication, to address in words or by name, also in imitation.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Elijah.”</span><br /><span class="grk">Ἠλίαν</span> <span class="translit">(Ēlian)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2243.htm">Strong's 2243: </a> </span><span class="str2">Elijah, the prophet. 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