Mark Chapter 1 · Verse 25
And Jesus rebuked him, saying, Hold thy peace, and come out of him.
Original Language Analysis
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
1 of 11
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ἐπετίμησεν
rebuked
G2008
ἐπετίμησεν
rebuked
Strong's:
G2008
Word #:
2 of 11
to tax upon, i.e., censure or admonish; by implication, forbid
αὐτοῦ
him
G846
αὐτοῦ
him
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
3 of 11
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
ὁ
G3588
ὁ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
4 of 11
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Ἰησοῦς
Jesus
G2424
Ἰησοῦς
Jesus
Strong's:
G2424
Word #:
5 of 11
jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites
λέγων,
saying
G3004
λέγων,
saying
Strong's:
G3004
Word #:
6 of 11
properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
8 of 11
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
Cross References
Mark 1:34And he healed many that were sick of divers diseases, and cast out many devils; and suffered not the devils to speak, because they knew him.Acts 16:17The same followed Paul and us, and cried, saying, These men are the servants of the most high God, which shew unto us the way of salvation.Mark 9:25When Jesus saw that the people came running together, he rebuked the foul spirit, saying unto him, Thou dumb and deaf spirit, I charge thee, come out of him, and enter no more into him.Luke 4:41And devils also came out of many, crying out, and saying, Thou art Christ the Son of God. And he rebuking them suffered them not to speak: for they knew that he was Christ.
Historical Context
Ancient exorcists used elaborate rituals incantations magical formulas lengthy processes. Jesus simple command contrasts sharply demonstrating unique authority. Silencing demon prevented premature revelation of Messianic identity. Jesus carefully controlled disclosure of His identity the Messianic secret pattern in Mark. Full revelation would come through cross and resurrection not demonic pronouncement. Demons obey Jesus immediately no resistance. Early church practiced exorcism in Jesus name continuing His ministry. Church history shows periods emphasizing or neglecting spiritual warfare dimension of ministry.
Questions for Reflection
- Why did Jesus silence demons even when they spoke truth about His identity?
- What does Jesus simple authoritative command teach about spiritual warfare methods?
Analysis & Commentary
Jesus rebuked him saying Hold thy peace and come out of him. Jesus rebuked epitimaō strong command showing authority. Hold thy peace literally be muzzled silenced. Jesus refuses demon testimony despite its accuracy. He does not want or need demonic witness to His identity. Come out of him authoritative expulsion command. Jesus word alone sufficient no rituals formulas needed. This demonstrates His divine authority over spiritual realm. Reformed theology emphasizes Christ absolute sovereignty including over demonic forces. Believers exercise derivative authority in Christ name. The rebuke shows Jesus controls conversation narrative demons cannot hijack His mission with premature revelation.