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NASB | Matthew 8:16 When evening came, they brought to Him many who were demon-possessed; and He cast out the spirits with a word, and healed all who were ill. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 8:16 When evening came, they brought to Him many who were under the power of demons; and He cast out the evil spirits with a word, and restored to health all who were sick [exhibiting His authority as Messiah], |
Bible Question: Are demons and being demon-possessed phenomena peculiar to Bible times, or do the Scriptures support the idea that demons are around still and possess people? Furthermore, does the Bible give any clue about the origin and characteristics of demons? |
Bible Answer: Hank, I was going to post this question but did a search first and saw that you posted it in May of 2001. I read the (short) thread including the verses Searcher cited, but didn't think the answer you were looking for was given. You said (in the thread) the answer lies in the defining of demons. I can't find that. Satisfy my curiosity please! P.S. Hope you had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! cwade |