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Because of This Word: Perfect Tense and Power at a Distance

Καὶ εἶπεν αὐτῇ· διὰ τοῦτον τὸν λόγον ὕπαγε· ἐξελήλυθε τὸ δαιμόνιον ἐκ τῆς θυγατρός σου. (Mark 7:29) The Response of Christ to the Persistent Mother

Mark 7:29 records Jesus’ striking response to a Gentile woman whose bold and humble appeal impressed Him. After she accepted the metaphor of dogs under the table (v.28), Jesus affirms her response with a declaration that her daughter has been healed. This verse contains deep theological meaning expressed through a perfect tense verb, a causal prepositional phrase, and a vivid imperative. The grammar intensifies the emotional and spiritual impact of the miracle — one done remotely, yet decisively.… Learn Koine Greek

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