Mark Chapter 1 · Verse 26
And when the unclean spirit had torn him, and cried with a loud voice, he came out of him.
Original Language Analysis
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
1 of 14
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
σπαράξαν
had torn
G4682
σπαράξαν
had torn
Strong's:
G4682
Word #:
2 of 14
apparently strengthened from g4685 through the idea of spasmodic contraction); to mangle, i.e., convluse with epilepsy
αὐτοῦ
him
G846
αὐτοῦ
him
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
3 of 14
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
τὸ
G3588
τὸ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
4 of 14
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
πνεῦμα
spirit
G4151
πνεῦμα
spirit
Strong's:
G4151
Word #:
5 of 14
a current of air, i.e., breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e., (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital prin
τὸ
G3588
τὸ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
6 of 14
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ἀκάθαρτον
when the unclean
G169
ἀκάθαρτον
when the unclean
Strong's:
G169
Word #:
7 of 14
impure (ceremonially, morally (lewd) or specially, (demonic))
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
8 of 14
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
κράξαν
cried
G2896
κράξαν
cried
Strong's:
G2896
Word #:
9 of 14
properly, to "croak" (as a raven) or scream, i.e., (genitive case) to call aloud (shriek, exclaim, intreat)
φωνῇ
voice
G5456
φωνῇ
voice
Strong's:
G5456
Word #:
10 of 14
a tone (articulate, bestial or artificial); by implication, an address (for any purpose), saying or language
μεγάλῃ
with a loud
G3173
μεγάλῃ
with a loud
Strong's:
G3173
Word #:
11 of 14
big (literally or figuratively, in a very wide application)
Historical Context
First-century worldview connected physical illness spiritual causes more directly than modern Western thought. Demon possession manifested in various symptoms. The violent exit demonstrated demons real presence and malevolent nature. Ancient witnesses verified deliverance was genuine not psychological suggestion. Jesus healings included physical restoration psychological health social reintegration spiritual freedom. The man could now participate in synagogue community life previously impossible. Early church healing ministry continued Jesus work. Church history shows varying emphases on healing deliverance ministries.
Questions for Reflection
- What does the demons violent resistance teach about spiritual warfare reality and cost?
- How does Jesus comprehensive healing (physical spiritual social) inform Christian ministry today?
Analysis & Commentary
When unclean spirit torn him cried with loud voice he came out. Torn sparassō indicates violent convulsion final desperate act of malice. Demon causes physical harm during expulsion showing demonic hatred for humans. Cried with loud voice demon protests expulsion. He came out demon obeys Jesus command despite resistance. Man freed from bondage that held him. Physical manifestations accompanied spiritual deliverance. Jesus healing ministry addressed both physical and spiritual dimensions of human brokenness. Reformed theology affirms comprehensive nature of salvation addressing whole person. Christ came to destroy Satan works including physical illness spiritual oppression social marginalization.