Luke 8:55
"But he put them all outside, and taking her by the hand, he called, saying, “Child, arise!”"
Key Reflection
In Luke 8:55, Jesus demonstrates his divine authority over death through a powerful act of resurrection. By commanding the girl to "arise," Jesus not only highlights his power but also emphasizes that life and vitality are within his reach—symbolic of his broader salvific mission. The fact that he first asks her to arise before physically touching her underscores the theological point that faith in his word is sufficient for such miraculous acts, connecting this moment to his ultimate resurrection from the dead.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes