The Groaning of God: Jesus’ Sighs in Mark 7:34 and 8:12

Authors

Rachel L. Coleman, Asbury Theological Seminary

Abstract

Mark’s use of sighing/groaning language ([ἀνα-]στενάζω) in 7:34 and 8:12, when set alongside the LXX and other NT use of the terms, provides a powerful glimpse of the mystery of the Incarnation, as the Son of Man groans in solidarity with humanity and creation and the Son of God groans in concert with the Father and the Spirit in the eschatological work of liberation, healing, and restoration.

DOI

10.7252/Journal.02.2024F.09

Recommended Citation

Coleman, Rachel L. (2024) "The Groaning of God: Jesus’ Sighs in Mark 7:34 and 8:12," The Asbury Theological Journal: Vol. 79: No. 2, p. 327-335.
Available at: https://place.asburyseminary.edu/asburyjournal/vol79/iss2/10