Volume 6 · Chapter 421 · Pp. 437-446

The cured demoniac. The Pharisees and the curse against the Holy Spirit.

Chapter 421 recounts the healing of a man possessed by a demon, illustrating Jesus' authority over evil spirits. It also addresses the response of the Pharisees, particularly their accusation against Jesus of casting out demons by the power of Satan, which leads to a discussion on the gravity of blaspheming the Holy Spirit. The narrative emphasizes the importance of faith, recognizing divine works, and the consequences of spiritual blindness. Throughout, the chapter reflects on the nature of true greatness as doing the will of God, exemplified by Mary and Jesus' teachings.

Themes: Healing and Deliverance, Authority of Jesus, Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit, Faith and Recognition, Spiritual Blindness, Greatness in God's Will