Luke 4:37

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And the fame of him went out into every place of the country round about.

Original Language Analysis

καὶ And G2532

καὶ And

Strong's: G2532

Word #: 1 of 10

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

ἐξεπορεύετο went out G1607

ἐξεπορεύετο went out

Strong's: G1607

Word #: 2 of 10

to depart, be discharged, proceed, project

ἦχος the fame G2279

ἦχος the fame

Strong's: G2279

Word #: 3 of 10

a loud or confused noise ("echo"), i.e., roar; figuratively, a rumor

περὶ of G4012

περὶ of

Strong's: G4012

Word #: 4 of 10

properly, through (all over), i.e., around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive cas

αὐτοῦ him G846

αὐτοῦ him

Strong's: G846

Word #: 5 of 10

the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

εἰς into G1519

εἰς into

Strong's: G1519

Word #: 6 of 10

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

πάντα every G3956

πάντα every

Strong's: G3956

Word #: 7 of 10

all, any, every, the whole

τόπον place G5117

τόπον place

Strong's: G5117

Word #: 8 of 10

a spot (general in space, but limited by occupancy; whereas g5561 is a large but participle locality), i.e., location (as a position, home, tract, etc

τῆς G3588

τῆς

Strong's: G3588

Word #: 9 of 10

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

περιχώρου of the country round about G4066

περιχώρου of the country round about

Strong's: G4066

Word #: 10 of 10

around the region, i.e., circumjacent (as noun, with g1093 implied vicinity)

Cross References

Luke 4:14 Isaiah 52:13 Mark 1:28 Mark 6:14 Matthew 9:26

Analysis & Commentary

And the fame of him went out into every place of the country round about. The Greek exeporeueto ēchos peri autou (ἐξεπορεύετο ἦχος περὶ αὐτοῦ, went out a report concerning him) describes rapid dissemination of news about Jesus. The word ēchos (ἦχος, sound/report/fame) suggests spreading like sound waves—expanding outward in all directions. The phrase eis panta topon (εἰς πάντα τόπον, into every place) indicates comprehensive geographic spread throughout the region.

This fame resulted from the combination of authoritative teaching (v. 32) and demonstrative power (vv. 33-36). Word and deed worked together to validate Jesus' messianic claims. The exorcism proved what His teaching proclaimed—God's kingdom was breaking into the present, evil's power was being destroyed. News of such unprecedented authority naturally spread rapidly in a culture hungry for messianic deliverance.

Historical Context

News traveled quickly in first-century Galilee through trade routes, synagogue networks, and oral culture. Galilean towns were relatively close together, with active commerce and communication. Miracle workers and rabbis with distinctive teaching attracted attention, but Jesus was unprecedented—teaching with inherent authority and performing miracles with simple commands. This combination drew crowds and created both opportunity and opposition. The spreading fame fulfilled Isaiah 9:1-2's prophecy that Galilee would see great light. Yet fame also brought challenges—crowds seeking miracles rather than repentance, and religious leaders' growing opposition.

Questions for Reflection

How do Jesus' authoritative teaching and demonstrative power work together to validate His messianic identity?
What does the rapid spread of Jesus' fame reveal about human hunger for genuine spiritual authority and power?
Why might widespread fame be both beneficial and challenging for Jesus' ministry?

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