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While he was preaching God’s word to them, <a href="/esv/mark/2.htm">English Standard Version</a> And many were gathered together, so that there was no more room, not even at the door. And he was preaching the word to them. <a href="/bsb/mark/2.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> they gathered in such large numbers that there was no more room, not even outside the door, as Jesus spoke the word to them. <a href="/blb/mark/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And many were gathered together, so as to have no more space, not even at the door. And He was speaking the word to them. <a href="/kjv/mark/2.htm">King James Bible</a> And straightway many were gathered together, insomuch that there was no room to receive them, no, not so much as about the door: and he preached the word unto them. <a href="/nkjv/mark/2.htm">New King James Version</a> Immediately many gathered together, so that there was no longer room to receive them, not even near the door. And He preached the word to them. <a href="/nasb_/mark/2.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> And many were gathered together, so that there was no longer space, not even near the door; and He was speaking the word to them. <a href="/nasb/mark/2.htm">NASB 1995</a> And many were gathered together, so that there was no longer room, not even near the door; and He was speaking the word to them. <a href="/nasb77/mark/2.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And many were gathered together, so that there was no longer room, even near the door; and He was speaking the word to them. <a href="/lsb/mark/2.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And many were gathered together, so that there was no longer room, not even near the door; and He was speaking the word to them. <a href="/amp/mark/2.htm">Amplified Bible</a> So many people gathered together that there was no longer room [for them], not even near the door; and Jesus was discussing with them the word [of God]. <a href="/csb/mark/2.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> So many people gathered together that there was no more room, not even in the doorway, and he was speaking the word to them. <a href="/hcsb/mark/2.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> So many people gathered together that there was no more room, not even in the doorway, and He was speaking the message to them. <a href="/asv/mark/2.htm">American Standard Version</a> And many were gathered together, so that there was no longer room for them, no, not even about the door: and he spake the word unto them. <a href="/cev/mark/2.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Then so many of them came to the house that there wasn't even standing room left in front of the door. Jesus was still teaching <a href="/erv/mark/2.htm">English Revised Version</a> And many were gathered together, so that there was no longer room for them, no, not even about the door: and he spake the word unto them. <a href="/gwt/mark/2.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Many people had gathered. There was no room left, even in front of the door. Jesus was speaking [God's] word to them. <a href="/gnt/mark/2.htm">Good News Translation</a> So many people came together that there was no room left, not even out in front of the door. Jesus was preaching the message to them <a href="/isv/mark/2.htm">International Standard Version</a> Such a large crowd gathered that there wasn't room for them, even in front of the door. Jesus was speaking his message to them <a href="/msb/mark/2.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> immediately they gathered in such large numbers that there was no more room, not even outside the door, as Jesus spoke the word to them. <a href="/net/mark/2.htm">NET Bible</a> So many gathered that there was no longer any room, not even by the door, and he preached the word to them. <a href="/nheb/mark/2.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> And many were gathered together, so that there was no more room, not even around the door; and he spoke the word to them. <a href="/wbt/mark/2.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And forthwith many were assembled, so that there was no room to receive them, no not so much as about the door: and he preached the word to them. <a href="/wey/mark/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> and such numbers of people came together that there was no longer room for them even round the door. He was speaking His Message to them, <a href="/web/mark/2.htm">World English Bible</a> Immediately many were gathered together, so that there was no more room, not even around the door; and he spoke the word to them. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/mark/2.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and immediately many were gathered together, so that there was no more room, not even at the door, and He was speaking to them the word. <a href="/blb/mark/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And many were gathered together, so as to have no more space, not even at the door. And He was speaking the word to them. <a href="/ylt/mark/2.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and immediately many were gathered together, so that there was no more room, not even at the door, and he was speaking to them the word. <a href="/slt/mark/2.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And quickly many were gathered together, so as no more to have room, neither at the door: and he spake the word to them.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/mark/2.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And it was heard that he was in the house, and many came together, so that there was no room; no, not even at the door; and he spoke to them the word. <a href="/cpdv/mark/2.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And it was heard that he was in the house. And so many gathered that there was no room left, not even at the door. And he spoke the word to them. <a href="/nabre/mark/2.htm">New American Bible</a> Many gathered together so that there was no longer room for them, not even around the door, and he preached the word to them. <a href="/nrsvce/mark/2.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> So many gathered around that there was no longer room for them, not even in front of the door; and he was speaking the word to them.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/mark/2.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> A great many gathered together so that it was impossible to hold them, not even in front of the entrance; so he spoke a few words to them. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/mark/2.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> So many were assembled that it was not able to hold them before the door. He was speaking the word with them<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/mark/2.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And immediately many came together, so that the house could contain them no longer, nor could the space about the door. And he preached the word to them.<CM> <a href="/godbey/mark/2.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And immediately many were assembled together, so that there was no room, even at the door; and He was speaking the word to them. <a href="/haweis/mark/2.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> and immediately many collected round him, so that there was no room, not even at the door; and he spake the word to them. <a href="/mace/mark/2.htm">Mace New Testament</a> so great a company assembled, that there was no room for them in the house, nor even about the door: and he preached the word unto them. <a href="/wey/mark/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> and such numbers of people came together that there was no longer room for them even round the door. He was speaking His Message to them, <a href="/worrell/mark/2.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And many were gathered together, so that there was no longer room, not even about the door; and He was speaking the word to them. <a href="/worsley/mark/2.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> great numbers were immediately gathered together, so that there was no more room to contain them, not even about the door: and as he was preaching the word unto them, <a href="/parallel/mark/2-2.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=362" 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/2.htm">Jesus Heals a Paralytic</a> 1A few days later Jesus went back to Capernaum. And when the people heard that He was home, 2<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/4863.htm" title="4863: synēchthēsan (V-AIP-3P) -- From sun and ago; to lead together, i.e. Collect or convene; specially, to entertain.">they gathered</a> <a href="/greek/4183.htm" title="4183: polloi (Adj-NMP) -- Much, many; often. ">in such large numbers</a> <a href="/greek/5620.htm" title="5620: hōste (Conj) -- So that, therefore, so then, so as to. From hos and te; so too, i.e. Thus therefore.">that there was</a> <a href="/greek/3371.htm" title="3371: mēketi (Adv) -- No longer, no more. From me and eti; no further.">no more</a> <a href="/greek/5562.htm" title="5562: chōrein (V-PNA) -- From chora; to be in space, i.e. to pass, enter, or to hold, admit.">room,</a> <a href="/greek/3366.htm" title="3366: mēde (Conj) -- And not, not even, neither?nor. From me and de; but not, not even; in a continued negation, nor.">not even</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ta (Art-ANP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></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.">outside</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēn (Art-AFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/2374.htm" title="2374: thyran (N-AFS) -- (a) a door, (b) met: an opportunity. Apparently a primary word; a portal or entrance.">door,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/2980.htm" title="2980: elalei (V-IIA-3S) -- A prolonged form of an otherwise obsolete verb; to talk, i.e. Utter words.">as Jesus spoke</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ton (Art-AMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/3056.htm" title="3056: logon (N-AMS) -- From lego; something said; by implication, a topic, also reasoning or motive; by extension, a computation; specially, the Divine Expression.">word</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autois (PPro-DM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">to them.</a> 3Then a paralytic was brought to Him, carried by four men.…<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="/luke/5-17.htm">Luke 5:17-26</a> One day Jesus was teaching, and the Pharisees and teachers of the law were sitting there. People had come from Jerusalem and from every village of Galilee and Judea, and the power of the Lord was present for Him to heal the sick. / Just then some men came carrying a paralyzed man on a mat. They tried to bring him inside to set him before Jesus, / but they could not find a way through the crowd. So they went up on the roof and lowered him on his mat through the tiles into the middle of the crowd, right in front of Jesus. ... <a href="/matthew/9-1.htm">Matthew 9:1-8</a> Jesus got into a boat, crossed over, and came to His own town. / Just then some men brought to Him a paralytic lying on a mat. When Jesus saw their faith, He said to the paralytic, “Take courage, son; your sins are forgiven.” / On seeing this, some of the scribes said to themselves, “This man is blaspheming!” ... <a href="/luke/6-17.htm">Luke 6:17-19</a> Then Jesus came down with them and stood on a level place. A large crowd of His disciples was there, along with a great number of people from all over Judea, Jerusalem, and the seacoast of Tyre and Sidon. / They had come to hear Him and to be healed of their diseases, and those troubled by unclean spirits were healed. / The entire crowd was trying to touch Him, because power was coming from Him and healing them all. <a href="/matthew/4-24.htm">Matthew 4:24-25</a> News about Him spread all over Syria, and people brought to Him all who were ill with various diseases, those suffering acute pain, the demon-possessed, those having seizures, and the paralyzed, and He healed them. / Large crowds followed Him, having come from Galilee, the Decapolis, Jerusalem, Judea, and beyond the Jordan. <a href="/luke/4-42.htm">Luke 4:42-44</a> At daybreak, Jesus went out to a solitary place, and the crowds were looking for Him. They came to Him and tried to keep Him from leaving. / But Jesus told them, “I must preach the good news of the kingdom of God to the other towns as well, because that is why I was sent.” / And He continued to preach in the synagogues of Judea. <a href="/matthew/13-2.htm">Matthew 13:2</a> Such large crowds gathered around Him that He got into a boat and sat down, while all the people stood on the shore. <a href="/luke/8-4.htm">Luke 8:4</a> While a large crowd was gathering and people were coming to Jesus from town after town, He told them this parable: <a href="/john/6-2.htm">John 6:2</a> A large crowd followed Him because they saw the signs He was performing on the sick. <a href="/acts/5-15.htm">Acts 5:15-16</a> As a result, people brought the sick into the streets and laid them on cots and mats, so that at least Peter’s shadow might fall on some of them as he passed by. / Crowds also gathered from the towns around Jerusalem, bringing the sick and those tormented by unclean spirits, and all of them were healed. <a href="/matthew/12-15.htm">Matthew 12:15</a> Aware of this, Jesus withdrew from that place. Large crowds followed Him, and He healed them all, <a href="/luke/12-1.htm">Luke 12:1</a> In the meantime, a crowd of many thousands had gathered, so that they were trampling one another. Jesus began to speak first to His disciples: “Beware of the leaven of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy. <a href="/john/12-19.htm">John 12:19</a> Then the Pharisees said to one another, “You can see that this is doing you no good. Look how the whole world has gone after Him!” <a href="/acts/10-38.htm">Acts 10:38</a> how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power, and how Jesus went around doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, because God was with Him. <a href="/isaiah/53-4.htm">Isaiah 53:4</a> Surely He took up our infirmities and carried our sorrows; yet we considered Him stricken, struck down by God, and afflicted. <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.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And straightway many were gathered together, so that there was no room to receive them, no, not so much as about the door: and he preached the word to them.straightway.<a href="/mark/2-13.htm">Mark 2:13</a> And he went forth again by the sea side; and all the multitude resorted unto him, and he taught them.<a href="/mark/1-33.htm">Mark 1:33,37,45</a> And all the city was gathered together at the door… <a href="/mark/4-1.htm">Mark 4:1,2</a> And he began again to teach by the sea side: and there was gathered unto him a great multitude, so that he entered into a ship, and sat in the sea; and the whole multitude was by the sea on the land… and he.<a href="/mark/1-14.htm">Mark 1:14</a> Now after that John was put in prison, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God,<a href="/mark/6-34.htm">Mark 6:34</a> And Jesus, when he came out, saw much people, and was moved with compassion toward them, because they were as sheep not having a shepherd: and he began to teach them many things.<a href="/psalms/40-9.htm">Psalm 40:9</a> I have preached righteousness in the great congregation: lo, I have not refrained my lips, O LORD, thou knowest.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/mark/1-33.htm">Assembled</a> <a href="/mark/1-33.htm">Door</a> <a href="/mark/1-43.htm">Forthwith</a> <a href="/mark/1-33.htm">Gathered</a> <a href="/mark/1-35.htm">Great</a> <a href="/mark/1-43.htm">Immediately</a> <a href="/mark/1-45.htm">Insomuch</a> <a href="/mark/1-45.htm">Longer</a> <a href="/mark/1-34.htm">Numbers</a> <a href="/mark/1-45.htm">Outside</a> <a href="/mark/1-39.htm">Preached</a> <a href="/mark/1-39.htm">Preaching</a> <a href="/matthew/25-43.htm">Receive</a> <a href="/matthew/24-26.htm">Room</a> <a href="/mark/1-28.htm">Round</a> <a href="/matthew/27-39.htm">Speaking</a> <a href="/mark/1-43.htm">Straightway</a> <a href="/mark/1-38.htm">Teaching</a> <a href="/mark/1-33.htm">Together</a> <a href="/mark/1-30.htm">Word</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/mark/3-20.htm">Assembled</a> <a href="/mark/11-4.htm">Door</a> <a href="/mark/5-13.htm">Forthwith</a> <a href="/mark/2-13.htm">Gathered</a> <a href="/mark/2-15.htm">Great</a> <a href="/mark/2-8.htm">Immediately</a> <a href="/mark/2-12.htm">Insomuch</a> <a href="/mark/5-36.htm">Longer</a> <a href="/mark/10-1.htm">Numbers</a> <a href="/mark/3-31.htm">Outside</a> <a href="/mark/6-12.htm">Preached</a> <a href="/mark/6-12.htm">Preaching</a> <a href="/mark/4-15.htm">Receive</a> <a href="/mark/4-7.htm">Room</a> <a href="/mark/3-5.htm">Round</a> <a href="/mark/3-23.htm">Speaking</a> <a href="/mark/3-6.htm">Straightway</a> <a href="/mark/2-13.htm">Teaching</a> <a href="/mark/2-15.htm">Together</a> <a href="/mark/3-31.htm">Word</a><div class="vheading2">Mark 2</div>1. <a href="/mark/2-1.htm">Jesus followed by multitudes,</a> 3. <a href="/mark/2-3.htm">heals a paralytic;</a> 13. <a href="/mark/2-13.htm">calls Matthew;</a> 15. <a href="/mark/2-15.htm">eats with tax collectors and sinners;</a> 18. <a href="/mark/2-18.htm">excuses his disciples for not fasting;</a> 23. <a href="/mark/2-23.htm">and for picking the heads of grain on the Sabbath day.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/mark/2.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/2.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>they gathered in such large numbers This phrase highlights the growing popularity of Jesus' ministry. The large crowds indicate the widespread interest and curiosity about His teachings and miracles. In the context of first-century Judea, gatherings of this size were significant, as news of Jesus' works spread quickly through word of mouth. This also reflects the people's deep spiritual hunger and the hope they placed in Jesus as a potential Messiah.that there was no more room The setting is likely a typical first-century home in Capernaum, which would have been small and unable to accommodate large crowds. This detail emphasizes the physical limitations of the space compared to the spiritual abundance Jesus offered. It also foreshadows the lengths to which people would go to encounter Jesus, as seen in the subsequent verses where a paralytic is lowered through the roof.not even outside the door The crowd overflowed beyond the confines of the house, indicating the intense desire of the people to hear Jesus. This scene underscores the urgency and desperation of the people to be near Him, reflecting the pressing need for spiritual truth and healing. It also sets the stage for the miraculous healing that follows, demonstrating Jesus' authority and compassion.as Jesus spoke the word to them Jesus' primary mission was to preach the Kingdom of God, and this phrase underscores His role as a teacher. "The word" refers to the message of the Gospel, which includes themes of repentance, faith, and the coming of God's Kingdom. This teaching is central to Jesus' ministry and is consistent with His fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy, such as <a href="/isaiah/61.htm">Isaiah 61:1-2</a>, which speaks of proclaiming good news to the poor. Jesus' teaching was authoritative and transformative, drawing people from all walks of life.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a> Central figure in the passage, known for His teaching and healing ministry. In this context, He is preaching the word to a large crowd. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_crowd.htm">The Crowd</a> A large group of people gathered to hear Jesus. Their presence indicates the growing popularity and influence of Jesus' ministry. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_house.htm">The House</a> The specific location where Jesus is teaching. The house is so crowded that there is no room even at the door, emphasizing the eagerness of the people to hear Jesus. 4. <a href="/topical/c/capernaum.htm">Capernaum</a> While not mentioned directly in this verse, the context of <a href="/mark/2.htm">Mark 2:1</a> indicates that this event takes place in Capernaum, a significant location in Jesus' ministry. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_word.htm">The Word</a> Refers to the message Jesus is preaching. In the original Greek, "logos" is used, which can mean word, message, or teaching, emphasizing the divine truth Jesus is imparting.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_the_word.htm">The Power of the Word</a> Jesus' teaching draws people in, demonstrating the power and authority of God's Word. We should prioritize hearing and studying the Word in our own lives. <a href="/topical/e/eagerness_to_hear.htm">Eagerness to Hear</a> The crowd's eagerness to hear Jesus challenges us to examine our own desire for God's Word. Are we making room in our lives to listen and learn? <a href="/topical/c/creating_space_for_god.htm">Creating Space for God</a> Just as the house was filled to capacity, we should strive to fill our lives with God's presence and teaching, ensuring there is no room for distractions. <a href="/topical/c/community_in_christ.htm">Community in Christ</a> The gathering of people around Jesus illustrates the importance of community in the Christian faith. We are called to gather together to learn and grow in our faith. <a href="/topical/a/accessibility_of_jesus.htm">Accessibility of Jesus</a> Despite the crowd, Jesus remains accessible to those who seek Him. This encourages us to approach Him with confidence, knowing He is always available to us.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_mark_2.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Mark 2</a> <a href="/q/how_many_demoniacs_in_gerasene.htm">How many demoniacs were in the Gerasene region?</a> <a href="/q/why_is_the_upper_room_significant.htm">Why is the Upper Room significant?</a> <a href="/q/are_mark_3_7-8_crowds_realistic_or_exaggerated.htm">Mark 3:7–8: Is it realistic for such large crowds from distant regions to travel to see Jesus given first-century limitations, or might the account be exaggerated?</a> <a href="/q/how_many_men_did_jesus_heal_in_gadara.htm">How many demon-possessed men did Jesus heal in Gadara? (Matthew 8:28 vs. Mark 5:2)</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/mark/2.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(2) No, not so much as about the door.--Another of St. Mark's graphic touches of description.He preached the word.--Literally, He spake the word.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/mark/2.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 2. - Many were gathered together, so that there was no longer room for them (ὥστε μηκέτι χωρεῖν), no, not even about the door. The description is very graphic. The house could not contain them, and even its courtyard and approaches were inconveniently thronged. This is one of the many examples of minute observation of details, so observable in St. Mark's Gospel. And he preached (ἐλάλει) - more literally, was speaking - the word unto them. This little sentence indicates the great object of his ministry. The exercise of miraculous power was subordinated to this; the miracles being simply designed to fix the attention upon the Teacher as One sent from God. <a href="/commentaries/mark/2-2.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>they gathered συνήχθησαν (synēchthēsan) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4863.htm">Strong's 4863: </a> From sun and ago; to lead together, i.e. Collect or convene; specially, to entertain. in such large numbers πολλοὶ (polloi) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4183.htm">Strong's 4183: </a> Much, many; often. that [there was] ὥστε (hōste) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_5620.htm">Strong's 5620: </a> So that, therefore, so then, so as to. From hos and te; so too, i.e. Thus therefore. no more μηκέτι (mēketi) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3371.htm">Strong's 3371: </a> No longer, no more. From me and eti; no further. room, χωρεῖν (chōrein) Verb - Present Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_5562.htm">Strong's 5562: </a> From chora; to be in space, i.e. to pass, enter, or to hold, admit. not even μηδὲ (mēde) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_3366.htm">Strong's 3366: </a> And not, not even, neither?nor. From me and de; but not, not even; in a continued negation, nor. outside 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. the τὴν (tēn) Article - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. door, θύραν (thyran) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2374.htm">Strong's 2374: </a> (a) a door, (b) met: an opportunity. Apparently a primary word; a portal or entrance. [as Jesus] spoke ἐλάλει (elalei) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2980.htm">Strong's 2980: </a> A prolonged form of an otherwise obsolete verb; to talk, i.e. Utter words. the τὸν (ton) Article - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. word λόγον (logon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3056.htm">Strong's 3056: </a> From lego; something said; by implication, a topic, also reasoning or motive; by extension, a computation; specially, the Divine Expression. to them. αὐτοῖς (autois) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. 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