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When he came near, Jesus asked him, <a href="/nlt/luke/18.htm">New Living Translation</a> When Jesus heard him, he stopped and ordered that the man be brought to him. As the man came near, Jesus asked him, <a href="/esv/luke/18.htm">English Standard Version</a> And Jesus stopped and commanded him to be brought to him. And when he came near, he asked him, <a href="/bsb/luke/18.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Jesus stopped and directed that the man be brought to Him. When he had come near, Jesus asked him, <a href="/blb/luke/18.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And Jesus, having stopped, commanded him to be brought to Him. And of him having drawn near, He asked him, <a href="/kjv/luke/18.htm">King James Bible</a> And Jesus stood, and commanded him to be brought unto him: and when he was come near, he asked him, <a href="/nkjv/luke/18.htm">New King James Version</a> So Jesus stood still and commanded him to be brought to Him. And when he had come near, He asked him, <a href="/nasb_/luke/18.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> And Jesus stopped and commanded that he be brought to Him; and when he came near, He asked him, <a href="/nasb/luke/18.htm">NASB 1995</a> And Jesus stopped and commanded that he be brought to Him; and when he came near, He questioned him, <a href="/nasb77/luke/18.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And Jesus stopped and commanded that he be brought to Him; and when he had come near, He questioned him, <a href="/lsb/luke/18.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And Jesus stopped and commanded that he be brought to Him, and when he came near, He questioned him, <a href="/amp/luke/18.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Then Jesus stopped and ordered that the blind man be led to Him; and when he came near, Jesus asked him, <a href="/csb/luke/18.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Jesus stopped and commanded that he be brought to him. When he came closer, he asked him, <a href="/hcsb/luke/18.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Jesus stopped and commanded that he be brought to Him. When he drew near, He asked him, <a href="/asv/luke/18.htm">American Standard Version</a> And Jesus stood, and commanded him to be brought unto him: and when he was come near, he asked him, <a href="/cev/luke/18.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Jesus stopped and told some people to bring the blind man over to him. When the blind man was getting near, Jesus asked, <a href="/erv/luke/18.htm">English Revised Version</a> And Jesus stood, and commanded him to be brought unto him: and when he was come near, he asked him, <a href="/gwt/luke/18.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Jesus stopped and ordered them to bring the man to him. When the man came near, Jesus asked him, <a href="/gnt/luke/18.htm">Good News Translation</a> So Jesus stopped and ordered the blind man to be brought to him. When he came near, Jesus asked him, <a href="/isv/luke/18.htm">International Standard Version</a> Then Jesus stopped and ordered the man to be brought to him. When he came near, Jesus asked him, <a href="/msb/luke/18.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Jesus stopped and directed that the man be brought to Him. When he had come near, Jesus asked him, <a href="/net/luke/18.htm">NET Bible</a> So Jesus stopped and ordered the beggar to be brought to him. When the man came near, Jesus asked him, <a href="/nheb/luke/18.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Standing still, Jesus commanded him to be brought to him. When he had come near, he asked him, <a href="/wbt/luke/18.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And Jesus stood and commanded him to be brought to him: and when he had come near, he asked him, <a href="/wey/luke/18.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> At length Jesus stopped and desired them to bring the man to Him; and when he had come close to Him He asked him, <a href="/web/luke/18.htm">World English Bible</a> Standing still, Jesus commanded him to be brought to him. When he had come near, he asked him, <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/luke/18.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And Jesus having stood, commanded him to be brought to Him, and he having come near, He questioned him, <a href="/blb/luke/18.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And Jesus, having stopped, commanded him to be brought to Him. And of him having drawn near, He asked him, <a href="/ylt/luke/18.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> And Jesus having stood, commanded him to be brought unto him, and he having come nigh, he questioned him, <a href="/slt/luke/18.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And Jesus having stood, commanded him to be brought to him: and he having drawn near, he asked him,<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/luke/18.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And Jesus standing, commanded him to be brought unto him. And when he was come near, he asked him, <a href="/cpdv/luke/18.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Then Jesus, standing still, ordered him to be brought to him. And when he had drawn near, he questioned him, <a href="/nabre/luke/18.htm">New American Bible</a> Then Jesus stopped and ordered that he be brought to him; and when he came near, Jesus asked him, <a href="/nrsvce/luke/18.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Jesus stood still and ordered the man to be brought to him; and when he came near, he asked him,<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/luke/18.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> So Jesus stood still, and commanded to call him to him; and as he came near him he asked him, <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/luke/18.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And Yeshua stood still, and he commanded to bring him to him, and when he came near to him, he asked him,<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/luke/18.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And Jesus stood still, and commanded him to be brought to him. And when he came near, he asked him, <a href="/godbey/luke/18.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And Jesus standing, commanded him to be led to Him; and he drawing nigh, He asked him, <a href="/haweis/luke/18.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> Then Jesus stood still, and commanded him to be brought to him: and when he was come near, he asked him, <a href="/mace/luke/18.htm">Mace New Testament</a> then Jesus stopp'd, and order'd them to bring the man to him, who being come nigh, he ask'd him, <a href="/wey/luke/18.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> At length Jesus stopped and desired them to bring the man to Him; and when he had come close to Him He asked him, <a href="/worrell/luke/18.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And Jesus, standing still, commanded that he be brought to Him; and, when he drew near, He asked him, <a href="/worsley/luke/18.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> So Jesus stopt, and ordered him to be brought to Him: and when he was come near, <a href="/parallel/luke/18-40.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/3-5_0Jtd9Lc?start=7383" 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/luke/18.htm">Jesus Heals a Blind Beggar</a> …39Those who led the way admonished him to be silent, but he cried out all the louder, “Son of David, have mercy on me!” 40<a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc."></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."></a> <a href="/greek/2424.htm" title="2424: Iēsous (N-NMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.">Jesus</a> <a href="/greek/2476.htm" title="2476: Statheis (V-APP-NMS) -- A prolonged form of a primary stao stah'-o; to stand, used in various applications.">stopped</a> <a href="/greek/2753.htm" title="2753: ekeleusen (V-AIA-3S) -- To command, order, direct, bid. From a primary kello; hail; to incite by word, i.e. Order.">and directed that</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.">the man</a> <a href="/greek/71.htm" title="71: achthēnai (V-ANP) -- A primary verb; properly, to lead; by implication, to bring, drive, go, pass, or induce.">be brought</a> <a href="/greek/4314.htm" title="4314: pros (Prep) -- To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward.">to</a> <a href="/greek/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/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">When</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autou (PPro-GM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">he</a> <a href="/greek/1448.htm" title="1448: engisantos (V-APA-GMS) -- Trans: I bring near; intrans: I come near, approach. From eggus; to make near, i.e. approach.">had been brought near,</a> <a href="/greek/1905.htm" title="1905: epērōtēsen (V-AIA-3S) -- To interrogate, question, demand of. From epi and erotao; to ask for, i.e. Inquire, seek.">Jesus asked</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> 41“What do you want Me to do for you?” “Lord,” he said, “let me see again.”…<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="/mark/10-49.htm">Mark 10:49</a> Jesus stopped and said, “Call him.” So they called the blind man. “Take courage!” they said. “Get up! He is calling for you.” <a href="/matthew/20-32.htm">Matthew 20:32</a> Jesus stopped and called them. “What do you want Me to do for you?” He asked. <a href="/john/9-1.htm">John 9:1-7</a> Now as Jesus was passing by, He saw a man blind from birth, / and His disciples asked Him, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?” / Jesus answered, “Neither this man nor his parents sinned, but this happened so that the works of God would be displayed in him. ... <a href="/matthew/9-27.htm">Matthew 9:27-31</a> As Jesus went on from there, two blind men followed Him, crying out, “Have mercy on us, Son of David!” / After Jesus had entered the house, the blind men came to Him. “Do you believe that I am able to do this?” He asked. “Yes, Lord,” they answered. / Then He touched their eyes and said, “According to your faith will it be done to you.” ... <a href="/mark/8-22.htm">Mark 8:22-25</a> When they arrived at Bethsaida, some people brought a blind man and begged Jesus to touch him. / So He took the blind man by the hand and led him out of the village. Then He spit on the man’s eyes and placed His hands on him. “Can you see anything?” He asked. / The man looked up and said, “I can see the people, but they look like trees walking around.” ... <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="/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/42-6.htm">Isaiah 42:6-7</a> “I, the LORD, have called you for a righteous purpose, and I will take hold of your hand. I will keep you and appoint you to be a covenant for the people and a light to the nations, / to open the eyes of the blind, to bring prisoners out of the dungeon and those sitting in darkness out from the prison house. <a href="/2_kings/4-33.htm">2 Kings 4:33-36</a> 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. / Elisha turned away and paced back and forth across the room. Then he got on the bed and stretched himself out over the boy again, and the boy sneezed seven times and opened his eyes. ... <a href="/acts/3-2.htm">Acts 3:2-8</a> And a man who was lame from birth was being carried to the temple gate called Beautiful, where he was put every day to beg from those entering the temple courts. / When he saw Peter and John about to enter, he asked them for money. / Peter looked directly at him, as did John. “Look at us!” said Peter. ... <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="/john/5-6.htm">John 5:6-9</a> When Jesus saw him lying there and realized that he had spent a long time in this condition, He asked him, “Do you want to get well?” / “Sir,” the invalid replied, “I have no one to help me into the pool when the water is stirred. While I am on my way, someone else goes in before me.” / Then Jesus told him, “Get up, pick up your mat, and walk.” ... <a href="/matthew/11-5.htm">Matthew 11:5</a> The blind receive sight, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the good news is preached to the poor. <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/7-21.htm">Luke 7:21-22</a> At that very hour Jesus healed many people of their diseases, afflictions, and evil spirits, and He gave sight to many who were blind. / So He replied, “Go back and report to John what you have seen and heard: The blind receive sight, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the good news is preached to the poor.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And Jesus stood, and commanded him to be brought to him: and when he was come near, he asked him,<a href="/matthew/20-31.htm">Matthew 20:31-34</a> And the multitude rebuked them, because they should hold their peace: but they cried the more, saying, Have mercy on us, O Lord, thou Son of David… <a href="/mark/10-48.htm">Mark 10:48-52</a> And many charged him that he should hold his peace: but he cried the more a great deal, Thou Son of David, have mercy on me… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/luke/15-1.htm">Close</a> <a href="/luke/17-10.htm">Commanded</a> <a href="/luke/10-24.htm">Desired</a> <a href="/luke/18-35.htm">Drew</a> <a href="/luke/18-38.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/zechariah/5-2.htm">Length</a> <a href="/luke/18-35.htm">Nigh</a> <a href="/luke/17-10.htm">Ordered</a> <a href="/luke/17-10.htm">Orders</a> <a href="/luke/18-18.htm">Questioned</a> <a href="/luke/18-13.htm">Standing</a> <a href="/luke/18-13.htm">Stood</a> <a href="/luke/8-44.htm">Stopped</a> <a href="/matthew/20-32.htm">Stopping</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/luke/19-43.htm">Close</a> <a href="/luke/19-15.htm">Commanded</a> <a href="/luke/22-15.htm">Desired</a> <a href="/luke/19-29.htm">Drew</a> <a href="/luke/18-42.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/luke/23-9.htm">Length</a> <a href="/luke/19-11.htm">Nigh</a> <a href="/luke/19-15.htm">Ordered</a> <a href="/john/10-18.htm">Orders</a> <a href="/luke/20-21.htm">Questioned</a> <a href="/luke/19-24.htm">Standing</a> <a href="/luke/19-8.htm">Stood</a> <a href="/luke/19-8.htm">Stopped</a> <a href="/luke/24-18.htm">Stopping</a><div class="vheading2">Luke 18</div>1. <a href="/luke/18-1.htm">Of the importunate widow.</a> 9. <a href="/luke/18-9.htm">Of the Pharisee and the tax collector.</a> 15. <a href="/luke/18-15.htm">Of Children brought to Jesus.</a> 18. <a href="/luke/18-18.htm">A ruler would follow Jesus, but is hindered by his riches.</a> 28. <a href="/luke/18-28.htm">The reward of those who leave all for his sake.</a> 31. <a href="/luke/18-31.htm">He foretells his death;</a> 35. <a href="/luke/18-35.htm">and restores a blind man to sight.</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/luke/18.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/luke/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/luke/18.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Jesus stopped This phrase highlights Jesus' attentiveness and compassion. Despite being surrounded by a crowd, He pauses, demonstrating His willingness to address individual needs. This act reflects His nature as the Good Shepherd who cares for each of His sheep (<a href="/john/10-11.htm">John 10:11-14</a>). It also fulfills the prophecy of <a href="/isaiah/42-3.htm">Isaiah 42:3</a>, where the Messiah is described as one who will not ignore the cries of the needy.and directed that the man be brought to Him. Jesus' directive to bring the man to Him shows His authority and intentionality. In the cultural context, a blind beggar would have been marginalized, yet Jesus elevates his status by calling him forward. This act parallels the invitation in <a href="/matthew/11-28.htm">Matthew 11:28</a>, where Jesus calls all who are weary to come to Him. It also prefigures the inclusivity of the Gospel, as seen in <a href="/acts/10-34.htm">Acts 10:34-35</a>, where God shows no favoritism.When he had come near, The movement of the blind man towards Jesus signifies faith and obedience. In biblical terms, drawing near to God is often associated with seeking His presence and favor (<a href="/james/4-8.htm">James 4:8</a>). This approach is symbolic of the spiritual journey of coming to Christ, as seen in the parable of the Prodigal Son (<a href="/luke/15-20.htm">Luke 15:20</a>), where the son returns to the father.Jesus asked him, Jesus' question is not due to ignorance but serves to engage the man personally and to elicit a confession of faith. This method of questioning is consistent with God's interactions throughout Scripture, such as when God asked Adam, "Where are you?" (<a href="/genesis/3-9.htm">Genesis 3:9</a>). It invites reflection and a declaration of need, setting the stage for a miraculous encounter.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a> The central figure in this passage, Jesus is the Son of God, who performs miracles and teaches about the Kingdom of God. In this context, He is on His way to Jerusalem and is approached by a blind beggar. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_blind_beggar.htm">The Blind Beggar</a> This man is sitting by the roadside, calling out to Jesus for mercy. His persistence and faith are key elements in this account. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_crowd.htm">The Crowd</a> The people accompanying Jesus, who initially rebuke the blind man for calling out but later witness the miracle. 4. <a href="/topical/j/jericho.htm">Jericho</a> The city near which this event takes place. Jericho is a significant location in biblical history, known for its walls that fell in the Old Testament. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_miracle.htm">The Miracle</a> The event of Jesus healing the blind man, demonstrating His compassion and divine authority.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_compassion_of_christ.htm">The Compassion of Christ</a> Jesus' willingness to stop and address the needs of the blind man shows His compassion and care for individuals, regardless of their social status. <a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_persistent_faith.htm">The Power of Persistent Faith</a> The blind man's persistence in calling out to Jesus, despite being rebuked by the crowd, demonstrates the power of faith and determination in seeking God's intervention. <a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_spiritual_sight.htm">The Importance of Spiritual Sight</a> While the blind man sought physical sight, this passage also encourages us to seek spiritual insight and understanding from Jesus. <a href="/topical/r/responding_to_jesus'_call.htm">Responding to Jesus' Call</a> Just as the blind man responded to Jesus' call, we are encouraged to respond to Jesus' invitation in our own lives, trusting in His power and love. <a href="/topical/w/witnessing_to_others.htm">Witnessing to Others</a> The crowd's change from rebuking the blind man to witnessing the miracle serves as a reminder of the impact of Jesus' works on those around us.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_luke_18.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Luke 18</a> <a href="/q/how_does_luke_18_18-30_teach_faith.htm">How does Luke 18:18-30 align with other Bible passages that teach salvation through faith rather than works or possessions?</a> <a href="/q/who_was_the_tax_collector_jesus_called.htm">Jesus saw a man sitat the tax collectors office and called him to be his disciple. What was his name? Matthew (Matthew 9:9) Levi (Mark 2:14; Luke 5:27)</a> <a href="/q/why_omit_jesus_healing_the_ear_in_john.htm">John 18:10 - Why does this Gospel describe Peter cutting off the servant's ear yet omit any mention of Jesus healing him, which appears in another Gospel account (Luke 22:51)?</a> <a href="/q/luke_5_17-26__is_the_healing_plausible.htm">In Luke 5:17-26, what evidence supports the sudden physical restoration of a paralyzed man, and how scientifically plausible is this miracle?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/luke/18.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verses 40, 41. - And Jesus stood, and commanded him to be brought unto him. St. Mark here adds, "And they call the blind man, saying unto him, Be of good comfort, rise; he calleth thee." These kindly sympathizing words of the disciples to the beggar, doing their loving Master's behest, were one of Peter's own memories of the scene under the walls of Jericho. And when he was come near, he asked him, saying, What wilt thou that I shall do unto thee? Many besides the governor Pilate, who a few days later put the query to him, "Art thou a King, then?" during this period must have often asked silently the same question. We shall soon see the whole multitude carried away with enthusiasm, giving him a royal welcome as he entered the city. Here, with a majesty truly royal, as Godet well remarks, Jesus seems to open up to the beggar the treasures of Divine power in "What wilt thou that I shall do unto thee?" and to give him, as it were, carte blanche. And he said, Lord, that I may receive my sight. There is a curious variation in the terms of this request in that ancient Syriac Version known as "the Cure-tonian," in the account of St. Matthew, "That our eyes might be opened, and we shall see thee." <a href="/commentaries/luke/18-40.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>Jesus Ἰησοῦς (Iēsous) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2424.htm">Strong's 2424: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. stopped Σταθεὶς (Statheis) Verb - Aorist Participle Passive - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2476.htm">Strong's 2476: </a> A prolonged form of a primary stao stah'-o; to stand, used in various applications. [and] directed that ἐκέλευσεν (ekeleusen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2753.htm">Strong's 2753: </a> To command, order, direct, bid. From a primary kello; 'hail'; to incite by word, i.e. Order. [the man] 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. be brought ἀχθῆναι (achthēnai) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Passive <a href="/greek/strongs_71.htm">Strong's 71: </a> A primary verb; properly, to lead; by implication, to bring, drive, go, pass, or induce. to πρὸς (pros) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_4314.htm">Strong's 4314: </a> To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward. Him. αὐτόν (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. When δὲ (de) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> A primary particle; but, and, etc. he αὐτοῦ (autou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 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. had been brought near, ἐγγίσαντος (engisantos) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1448.htm">Strong's 1448: </a> Trans: I bring near; intrans: I come near, approach. From eggus; to make near, i.e. approach. [Jesus] asked ἐπηρώτησεν (epērōtēsen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1905.htm">Strong's 1905: </a> To interrogate, question, demand of. From epi and erotao; to ask for, i.e. Inquire, seek. him, αὐτόν (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. 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