1. Mark 5:6 (ESV)
  2. Exposition

Why did the demoniac run toward Jesus and fall down before him?

Mark 5:6 (ESV)

6 And when he saw Jesus from afar, he ran and fell down before him.

He was prompted by the demon to do so. The demon will now be seeking a favour from Christ.

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