The healing of the Gadarene demoniacs; Reflections Today.(Opinion/Editorial)

From: Manila Bulletin | Date: July 4, 2001 | Copyright information

Matthew 8:28-34

WHEN Jesus came to the territory of the Gadarenes, two demoniacs who were coming from the tombs met Him. They were so savage that no one could travel by that road. They cried out, "What have You to do with us, Son of God? Have You come here to torment us before the appointed time?" Some distance away a herd of many swine was feeding. The demons pleaded with Him, "If You drive us out, send us into the herd of swine." And He said to them, "Go then!" They c...

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