Mark 5:34
And he said unto her, Daughter, thy faith hath made thee whole; go in peace, and be whole of thy plague.
Mark 5:34
Jesus’ reply to the woman—“Daughter, thy faith hath made thee whole; go in peace, and be whole of thy plague”—is both intimate and authoritative. Addressing her as “Daughter” elevates her status within the community, reversing stigma with familial tenderness. The twofold command—“go in peace” and “be whole of thy plague”—speaks to inner peace and physical restoration. The statement links faith and healing, reinforcing faith as the channel through which grace flows. The blessing of peace alludes to Shalom—a comprehensive sense of well-being that touches social, relational, and spiritual dimensions. Mark places this healing within the larger ministry of Jesus, showing that restoration includes both duty and relationship. The emphasis on faith rather than ritual performance is a crucial teaching for Mark’s audience, encouraging reliance on Jesus as the source of true wellbeing.
The verse seals the thematic link between faith and healing and expands it to the relational blessing of peace. It highlights God’s desire to restore not only the body but the personhood and social dignity of the marginalized. The title “Daughter” embodies a restoration of identity within God’s family.
This verse invites you to receive God’s peace as a whole-life renewal. Practical steps: affirm God’s acceptance over your life; pursue healing in body, mind, and relationships; trust Jesus’ control in difficult circumstances (such as chronic illness or social stigma). If you know someone in distress, offer them a similar invitation to experience peace and restoration in Christ.
Cross-References: Isaiah 53:5; John 14:27; Philippians 4:7; Colossians 3:15