Mark 7:35

"Looking up to heaven, he sighed, and said to him, “Ephphatha!” that is, “Be opened!”"

Key Reflection

In this passage, Jesus' act of looking up to heaven and sighing before commanding "Ephphatha," or "Be opened!" symbolizes both prayer and the opening of a spiritual barrier. This action emphasizes Jesus’ divine authority and His intention to perform a miraculous healing, reflecting his compassion and the supernatural nature of his ministry.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 35. The string of his tongue was loosed. The difficulty in his speaking was removed. {i} "straightway" Isa 35:5,6 __________________________________________________________________

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