Bible Dictionary
Bartimaeus
Bartimaeus was a blind beggar near Jericho whom Jesus healed as He journeyed toward Jerusalem. His healing is presented as an answer to faith.
Biblical Usage
Bartimaeus called upon Jesus for mercy and received sight. The supplied material presents the healing as a miracle granted in connection with his faith. Parallel accounts mention one or two blind men, but the main incident is regarded as the same event.
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