Luke 8:38

"All the people of the surrounding country of the Gadarenes asked him to depart from them, for they were very much afraid. Then he entered into the boat and returned."

Key Reflection

The people's fear reflects their sense of being overwhelmed by the presence of the divine or miraculous, indicating a spiritual unease that transcends rational explanation. Jesus' departure symbolizes the transition from public wonderment to personal transformation as his disciples carry on the ministry alone for now.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 38. No Barnes text on this verse. {h} "besought him" De 10:20,21; Ps 116:12,16 __________________________________________________________________

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