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The Boy with a Demon
13Then the disciples understood that He was speaking to them about John the Baptist.14Whenthey cametothecrowd,a mancame upto Jesusand knelt beforeHim.15“Lord, have mercy on my son,” he said. “He has seizures and is suffering terribly. He often falls into the fire or into the water.…

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And when they were come to the multitude, there came to him a certain man, kneeling down to him, and saying,

when.

Mark 9:14
And when he came tohis disciples, he saw a great multitude about them, and the scribes questioning with them.

Luke 9:37
And it came to pass, that on the next day, when they were come down from the hill, much people met him.

kneeling.

Mark 1:40
And there came a leper to him, beseeching him, and kneeling down to him, and saying unto him, If thou wilt, thou canst make me clean.

Mark 10:17
And when he was gone forth into the way, there came one running, and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?

Acts 10:25,26
And as Peter was coming in, Cornelius met him, and fell down at his feet, and worshippedhim…

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14.He heals the boy with a demon,
22.foretells his own passion,
24.and pays tribute.

When they came to the crowd
This phrase indicates a transition from a private setting to a public one. Jesus, along with Peter, James, and John, had just descended from the Mount of Transfiguration, where they witnessed His divine glory. The "crowd" often represents the general populace, eager to see Jesus perform miracles or hear His teachings. Crowds were common in Jesus' ministry, reflecting His growing popularity and the people's desperation for healing and hope.

a man came up to Jesus
The man approaching Jesus signifies an act of faith and desperation. In the Gospels, individuals often sought Jesus out for healing, demonstrating belief in His power. This man's approach is a direct and personal appeal, highlighting the accessibility of Jesus to those in need. It reflects the cultural context where individuals would seek out rabbis or healers for help.

and knelt before Him
Kneeling is a posture of humility, respect, and worship. In the Jewish culture of the time, kneeling before someone was a sign of reverence and submission. This act indicates the man's recognition of Jesus' authority and possibly His divine nature. It parallels other instances in the Gospels where individuals kneel before Jesus, acknowledging His power and seeking His mercy.

1.Jesus
Central figure in the New Testament, the Son of God, who performs miracles and teaches about the Kingdom of Heaven.

2.The Crowd
A group of people gathered, often seen in the Gospels as witnesses to Jesus' teachings and miracles.

3.The Man
An unnamed individual who approaches Jesus with a desperate plea, demonstrating faith and humility.

4.The Disciples
Followers of Jesus who are present and learning from His actions and teachings.

5.The Event
This passage sets the stage for the healing of a demon-possessed boy, highlighting themes of faith and divine power.Faith and Humility
The man's approach to Jesus, kneeling, signifies humility and recognition of Jesus' authority. We are reminded to approach God with a humble heart, acknowledging our dependence on Him.

The Power of Jesus
This passage sets the stage for a demonstration of Jesus' divine power. Believers are encouraged to trust in Jesus' ability to intervene in their lives, regardless of the situation's difficulty.

The Role of the Disciples
The disciples' inability to heal the boy highlights the importance of faith and reliance on God rather than solely on human ability. It serves as a reminder for believers to seek God's strength in their ministry and daily lives.

Community and Witness
The presence of the crowd underscores the communal aspect of faith. Our actions and faith can serve as a testimony to others, drawing them closer to Christ.

Persistent Prayer
The man's persistence in seeking Jesus' help encourages believers to be persistent in prayer, trusting that God hears and responds to our needs.1.What is the meaning of Matthew 17:14?

2.How does Matthew 17:14 demonstrate Jesus' authority over spiritual and physical ailments?

3.What can we learn about faith from the father's plea in Matthew 17:14?

4.How does Matthew 17:14 connect to other healing miracles in the Gospels?

5.How can we apply the father's approach to Jesus in our prayer life?

6.What does Matthew 17:14 teach about bringing our struggles directly to Jesus?

7.What does Matthew 17:14 reveal about Jesus' authority over evil spirits?

8.How does Matthew 17:14 challenge our understanding of faith and doubt?

9.Why is the healing in Matthew 17:14 significant in Jesus' ministry?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 17?

11.What was the purpose of Jesus' miracles?

12.Why do exorcisms resemble psychiatric conditions rather than supernatural events?

13.What does the Bible say about demons?

14.Are demons real?When they came to the crowd

• Context: Jesus, Peter, James, and John are descending from the Mount of Transfiguration (Matthew 17:1-9). The sudden shift from heavenly glory to human need highlights how the Lord moves seamlessly between divine revelation and daily ministry.

• A crowd is already gathered, anticipating Jesus’ return. Mark’s account stresses the scene: “When they returned to the other disciples, they saw a large crowd around them, and scribes were arguing with them” (Mark 9:14).

• Crowds repeatedly form whenever Jesus appears (Matthew 4:25; 14:14). Their presence underscores humanity’s constant need for the Savior’s touch and truth.

• This crowd also reminds us that faith is lived out publicly. Like the early Church that “continued meeting together in the temple courts” (Acts 2:46), believers today should neither hide their need nor their Lord.

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a man came up to Jesus

• One desperate father pushes through the multitude. Mark identifies him as the parent of a boy oppressed by a spirit (Mark 9:17).

• Scripture consistently shows individuals stepping forward in personal faith:

– The leper who “came and knelt before Him” (Matthew 8:2).

– Jairus who “fell at His feet and pleaded earnestly” for his daughter (Mark 5:22-23).

• These examples teach:

– God welcomes personal, direct appeals.

– Faith is active; it moves toward Christ rather than waiting passively.

• Coming “up to Jesus” also points to His accessibility. Though He is the Son of God (Matthew 16:16), people approach Him freely, fulfilling the promise “whoever comes to Me I will never drive away” (John 6:37).

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and knelt before Him

• The father’s posture signals humility, urgency, and recognition of Jesus’ authority. Kneeling often blends petition and worship.

• Similar gestures:

– The Magi “fell down and worshiped Him” (Matthew 2:11).

– The healed Samaritan leper who “fell facedown at Jesus’ feet, thanking Him” (Luke 17:16).

• Scripture links bowing with acknowledging Christ’s supremacy: “At the name of Jesus every knee should bow” (Philippians 2:10).

• Kneeling reveals the heart:

– Dependence: the man cannot help his child; he needs divine intervention (Psalm 40:17).

– Honor: he addresses Jesus as Lord (Matthew 17:15, next verse), confessing more than mere respect.

• For believers, kneeling models surrender—yielding control and expectations to the One who “is able to do immeasurably more” (Ephesians 3:20).

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summary

Matthew 17:14 captures a vivid moment: descending from glory, Jesus meets a needy crowd; one father pushes forward and kneels, declaring both dependence and faith. The scene assures us that Christ is accessible amid life’s mess, invites individual approach, and is worthy of our humble worship.

(14)And when they were come to the multitude.--St. Luke states that it was on the next day, the night having apparently been spent on the Mount of Transfiguration. The magic power of the art of Raffaelle has brought into vivid juxtaposition the contrast between the scene of glory above and that of trouble and unrest below, but we must not allow the impression made by the picture to distort our thoughts of the history. The two scenes did not synchronise. The vision was at night, and the descent from the mountain would have carried those who made the journey some way at least into the day that followed.

There came to him a certain man.--St. Mark (Mark 9:14-16) narrates more fully that as our Lord and the three were coming to the disciples, they saw a crowd, and scribes disputing with them; that when the multitude saw this they were astonished, and running to Him, saluted Him; that He then asked, "Why dispute ye with them?" and that this drew forth the answer and the prayer which in St. Matthew's record stands without any prelude.

Verses 14-21. -Healing of the demoniac boy. (Mark 9:16-29;Luke 9:37-42.) The account of the miracle is much curtailed in our Gospel; the fullest narrative is given by St. Mark, to whom we must refer for the complete details.Verse 14. -When they were come to the multitude. St. Luke says this arrival was on "the next day" after the Transfiguration. If this event took place at night, the following morning will be meant. The contrast between the scene on the mountain and that presented by the demoniac below has been seized by Raphael, in his picture of the Transfiguration, at Rome - the last great work that he painted. The upper part of this picture represents Jesus radiant in glory with the heavenly visitants, while the lower panel shows the agonized father, surrounded by the unbelieving crowd, bringing his tortured son to the apostles, who stand helpless and discredited. The painter has, indeed, sacrificed fact to dramatic effect (as the two events were not synchronous); but the lesson enforced thereby is most impressive, and lays holds of the imagination, showing different phases of the life of Christ, and the realms of light and darkness.There came to him a certainman. Things had not gone well while Jesus and the three chief apostles were away on the mount. As during the absence of Moses at Sinai the people had fallen into idolatry (Exodus 32.), so now, when their Master and their leaders were withdrawn, the nine apostles bad faltered in faith and failed in exercising the miraculous powers bestowed upon them.Kneeling down to him. Directly the father saw Christ coming, he disengaged himself from the crowd and ran to meet him.

Parallel Commentaries ...


When
Καὶ(Kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532:And, even, also, namely.

they came
ἐλθόντων(elthontōn)
Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Genitive Masculine Plural
Strong's 2064:To come, go.

to
πρὸς(pros)
Preposition
Strong's 4314:To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward.

the
τὸν(ton)
Article - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

crowd,
ὄχλον(ochlon)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3793:From a derivative of echo; a throng; by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot.

a man
ἄνθρωπος(anthrōpos)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 444:A man, one of the human race. From aner and ops; man-faced, i.e. A human being.

came up
προσῆλθεν(prosēlthen)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 4334:From pros and erchomai; to approach, i.e. come near, visit, or worship, assent to.

to [Jesus]
αὐτῷ(autō)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 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.

[and] knelt before
γονυπετῶν(gonypetōn)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 1120:From a compound of gonu and the alternate of pipto; to fall on the knee.

Him.
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.


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