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Jairus
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Jairus

A synagogue ruler whose young daughter Jesus raised from death.

Role: Synagogue ruler
Lived: 1st century
Born: Capernaum

What we know — and how we know it

Bible — stated in scripture (with verse) · 1
Origin & birthplace
BibleFrom Capernaum.
Mark 5:22

Where in scripture

MarkLuke
Mark 5:22Mark 5:42Luke 8:41

In their own words — 2 recorded sayings

“While he was saying these things to them, there came a ruler and gave him worship, saying, My daughter is even now dead; but come and put your hand on her, and she will come back to life.” — Matthew 9:18
“And made strong prayers to him, saying, My little daughter is near to death: it is my prayer that you will come and put your hands on her, so that she may be made well, and have life.” — Mark 5:23

Speaker attribution: Clear Bible MACULA (CC BY 4.0). Wording: Bible in Basic English (public domain).

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