Jairus (sources)

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Survey of ancient sources on Jairus.

Early Christian sources

Jairus and his daughter are mentioned solely in Christian tradition.

Gospel of Mark

Mark 5:22 -- Then came one of the rulers of the synagogue, Jairus by name, and seeing him, he fell at his feet...

Gospel of Luke

Luke 8:41 -- And there came a man named Jairus, who was a ruler of the synagogue. And falling at Jesus’ feet, he implored him to come to his house...