New International VersionThe demons begged Jesus, “Send us among the pigs; allow us to go into them.”
New Living Translation“Send us into those pigs,” the spirits begged. “Let us enter them.”
English Standard Versionand they begged him, saying, “Send us to the pigs; let us enter them.”
Berean Standard BibleSo the demons begged Jesus, “Send us to the pigs, so that we may enter them.”
Berean Literal BibleAnd they begged Him, saying, "Send us into the pigs, so that we may enter into them."
King James BibleAnd all the devils besought him, saying, Send us into the swine, that we may enter into them.
New King James VersionSo all the demons begged Him, saying, “Send us to the swine, that we may enter them.”
New American Standard BibleAnd the demons begged Him, saying, “Send us into the pigs so that we may enter them.”
NASB 1995The demons implored Him, saying, “Send us into the swine so that we may enter them.”
NASB 1977And the demons entreated Him, saying, “Send us into the swine so that we may enter them.”
Legacy Standard BibleAnd the demons pleaded with Him, saying, “Send us into the swine so that we may enter them.”
Amplified BibleAnd the demons begged Him, saying, “Send us to the pigs so that we may go into them!”
Christian Standard BibleThe demons begged him, “Send us to the pigs, so that we may enter them.”
Holman Christian Standard BibleThe demons begged Him, “Send us to the pigs, so we may enter them.”
American Standard VersionAnd they besought him, saying, Send us into the swine, that we may enter into them.
Contemporary English VersionSo the evil spirits begged Jesus, "Send us into those pigs! Let us go into them."
English Revised VersionAnd they besought him, saying, Send us into the swine, that we may enter into them.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationThe demons begged him, "Send us into the pigs! Let us enter them!"
Good News TranslationSo the spirits begged Jesus, "Send us to the pigs, and let us go into them."
International Standard VersionSo the demons begged him, "Send us among the pigs, so that we can go into them!"
NET BibleAnd the demonic spirits begged him, "Send us into the pigs. Let us enter them."
New Heart English BibleAnd they begged him, saying, "Send us into the pigs, that we may enter into them."
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd all the demons besought him, saying, Send us into the swine, that we may enter into them.
Weymouth New TestamentSo they besought Jesus. "Send us to the swine," they said, "so that we may enter into them." Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleSo all the demons begged Jesus, “Send us to the pigs, so that we may enter them.”
World English BibleAll the demons begged him, saying, “Send us into the pigs, that we may enter into them.” Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand all the demons called on Him, saying, “Send us to the pigs, that into them we may enter”;
Berean Literal BibleAnd they begged Him, saying, "Send us into the pigs, so that we may enter into them."
Young's Literal Translation and all the demons did call upon him, saying, 'Send us to the swine, that into them we may enter;'
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd all the demons besought him, saying, Send us into the swine, that we might enter into them. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the spirits besought him, saying: Send us into the swine, that we may enter into them.
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd the spirits entreated him, saying: “Send us into the swine, so that we may enter into them.”
New American BibleAnd they pleaded with him, “Send us into the swine. Let us enter them.”
New Revised Standard Versionand the unclean spirits begged him, “Send us into the swine; let us enter them.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the lunatics begged him saying, Send us to the swine, that we may attack them.
Aramaic Bible in Plain EnglishAnd those evil spirits were begging of him and they were saying, “Send us unto those swine that we may enter them.” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd the demons besought him, saying: Send us to the swine, that we may enter into them.
Godbey New TestamentAnd they intreated Him, saying, Send us into the swine, in order that we may go into them.
Haweis New Testamentand all the devils besought him, saying, Send us into the swine, that we may enter into them.
Mace New Testamentand all the demons intreated him, saying, "send us to the swine, that we may enter into them."
Weymouth New TestamentSo they besought Jesus. "Send us to the swine," they said, "so that we may enter into them."
Worrell New TestamentAnd they besought Him, saying, Send us into the swine, that we may enter into them."
Worsley New Testamentand all the demons intreated Him, saying, Send us to the swine, that we may enter into them.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The Demons and the Pigs… 11There on the nearby hillside a large herd of pigs was feeding. 12Sothe demons beggedJesus,“Sendustothepigs,so thatwe may enterthem.”13He gave them permission, and the unclean spirits came out and went into the pigs, and the herd of about two thousand rushed down the steep bank into the sea and drowned in the water.…
Cross References Matthew 8:31So the demons begged Jesus, “If You drive us out, send us into the herd of pigs.”
Luke 8:32There on the hillside a large herd of pigs was feeding. So the demons begged Jesus to let them enter the pigs, and He gave them permission.
Matthew 8:28-34When Jesus arrived on the other side in the region of the Gadarenes, He was met by two demon-possessed men coming from the tombs. They were so violent that no one could pass that way. / “What do You want with us, Son of God?” they shouted. “Have You come here to torture us before the appointed time?” / In the distance a large herd of pigs was feeding. ...
Luke 8:26-39Then they sailed to the region of the Gerasenes, across the lake from Galilee. / 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!” ...
Matthew 4:24News 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.
Luke 4:33-36In 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. ...
Matthew 12:43-45When an unclean spirit comes out of a man, it passes through arid places seeking rest and does not find it. / Then it says, ‘I will return to the house I left.’ On its return, it finds the house vacant, swept clean, and put in order. / Then it goes and brings with it seven other spirits more wicked than itself, and they go in and dwell there. And the final plight of that man is worse than the first. So will it be with this wicked generation.”
Luke 11:24-26When an unclean spirit comes out of a man, it passes through arid places seeking rest and does not find it. Then it says, ‘I will return to the house I left.’ / On its return, it finds the house swept clean and put in order. / Then it goes and brings seven other spirits more wicked than itself, and they go in and dwell there. And the final plight of that man is worse than the first.”
Acts 19:13-16Now 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?” ...
James 2:19You believe that God is one. Good for you! Even the demons believe that—and shudder.
Revelation 12:9And the great dragon was hurled down—that ancient serpent called the devil and Satan, the deceiver of the whole world. He was hurled to the earth, and his angels with him.
Revelation 16:13-14And I saw three unclean spirits that looked like frogs coming out of the mouths of the dragon, the beast, and the false prophet. / These are demonic spirits that perform signs and go out to all the kings of the earth, to assemble them for battle on the great day of God the Almighty.
1 Peter 5:8Be sober-minded and alert. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.
Ephesians 6:12For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this world’s darkness, and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.
2 Corinthians 11:14-15And no wonder, for Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light. / It is not surprising, then, if his servants masquerade as servants of righteousness. Their end will correspond to their actions.
Treasury of Scripture And all the devils sought him, saying, Send us into the swine, that we may enter into them. Job 1:10-12 Hast not thou made an hedge about him, and about his house, and about all that he hath on every side? thou hast blessed the work of his hands, and his substance is increased in the land… Job 2:5 But put forth thine hand now, and touch his bone and his flesh, and he will curse thee to thy face. Luke 22:31,32 And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desiredto have you, that he may siftyou as wheat: … Jump to Previous AllowBeggedBesoughtDemonsDevilsEnterImploredJesusPigsSwineJump to Next AllowBeggedBesoughtDemonsDevilsEnterImploredJesusPigsSwineMark 5 1.Jesus delivering the possessed of the legion of demons,13.they enter into the pigs.22.He is entreated by Jairus to go and heal his daughter.25.He heals the woman subject to bleeding,35.and raises Jairus' daughter from death.So the demons begged JesusThis phrase highlights the authority of Jesus over the spiritual realm. The demons recognize Jesus' power and submit to His authority, which is consistent with other instances in the Gospels where Jesus commands unclean spirits (e.g., Mark 1:27, Luke 4:36). The act of begging indicates their desperation and acknowledgment of Jesus' superiority. This encounter takes place in the region of the Gerasenes, a predominantly Gentile area, which is significant as it shows Jesus' ministry extending beyond Jewish boundaries. “Send us to the pigs
Pigs were considered unclean animals according to Jewish law (Leviticus 11:7), and their presence in this region underscores the Gentile setting. The request to enter the pigs suggests the demons' desire to inhabit a physical form, as they are disembodied spirits seeking a host. This also reflects the destructive nature of demons, as they ultimately cause the pigs to perish. The presence of a large herd of pigs indicates the economic activities of the region, which were likely influenced by Roman occupation and Gentile practices. so that we may enter them.”
The demons' request to enter the pigs demonstrates their intent to continue their malevolent activities, albeit in a different form. This incident foreshadows the ultimate defeat of evil through Jesus' ministry, as He exercises control over demonic forces. The destruction of the pigs serves as a visible manifestation of the spiritual battle and the consequences of demonic influence. This event also prefigures the final judgment, where evil will be decisively dealt with (Revelation 20:10). The narrative emphasizes Jesus' role as the deliverer and His power to bring restoration and order. Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusThe central figure in this passage, Jesus is the Son of God, demonstrating His authority over the spiritual realm. 2. DemonsSpiritual beings opposed to God, possessing a man and seeking to enter the pigs. 3. The Man Possessed by DemonsA man tormented by a legion of demons, living among the tombs and unable to be restrained. 4. PigsAnimals considered unclean in Jewish culture, representing the demons' desire to inhabit a physical form. 5. GerasenesThe region where this event takes place, a predominantly Gentile area on the eastern side of the Sea of Galilee. Teaching Points Authority of JesusThis passage underscores Jesus' supreme authority over the spiritual realm. Believers can find comfort in knowing that no spiritual force is beyond His control. Recognition of Jesus' PowerThe demons' plea to Jesus demonstrates their acknowledgment of His power. As Christians, we should also recognize and submit to His authority in our lives. Spiritual WarfareThe reality of spiritual warfare is evident in this passage. Believers are called to be vigilant and rely on God's power to overcome spiritual challenges. Cultural ContextUnderstanding the cultural significance of pigs as unclean animals helps us appreciate the depth of the demons' desperation and the transformative power of Jesus' intervention. Transformation and TestimonyThe man's deliverance serves as a powerful testimony to the transformative power of Jesus. Believers are encouraged to share their own accounts of transformation as a witness to others. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Mark 5
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Mark 5:14-17: If a massive herd of drowned pigs caused such a stir, why is there no historical or archaeological evidence of it?Verse 12. - Send us into the swine, that we may enter into them. And he gave them leave. They could not enter even into the swine without Christ's permission; how much less into "the sheep of his pasture"!
Parallel Commentaries ...
Greek [So]καὶ(kai)Conjunction
Strong's 2532:And, even, also, namely.[the demons] beggedπαρεκάλεσαν(parekalesan)Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 3870:From para and kaleo; to call near, i.e. Invite, invoke.[Jesus],αὐτὸν(auton)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846:He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.“SendΠέμψον(Pempson)Verb - Aorist Imperative Active - 2nd Person Singular
Strong's 3992:To send, transmit, permit to go, put forth.usἡμᾶς(hēmas)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1473:I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.toεἰς(eis)Preposition
Strong's 1519:A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.theτοὺς(tous)Article - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.pigs,χοίρους(choirous)Noun - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 5519:A swine, hog, sow. Of uncertain derivation; a hog.so thatἵνα(hina)Conjunction
Strong's 2443:In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.we may enterεἰσέλθωμεν(eiselthōmen)Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1525:To go in, come in, enter. From eis and erchomai; to enter.them.”αὐτοὺς(autous)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 846:He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.
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