Luke 8:50

50 When Jesus heard it, He answered him, "Don't be afraid. Only believe, and she will be made well."

Luke 8:50 Meaning and Commentary

Luke 8:50

But when Jesus heard it
The message that was brought to the ruler, and the hint that was given, that it was needless to give him any further trouble:

he answered him;
not the messenger, but the father of the child, as the Vulgate Latin, Syriac, Persic, and Ethiopic versions read:

saying, fear not:
do not be dismayed at this message, nor despair of help, notwithstanding such is the case:

believe only, and she shall be made whole;
exercise faith in me, that I am able to raise her from the dead, and I will do it; and she shall be restored to life, and to perfect health and strength again.

Luke 8:50 In-Context

48 "Daughter," He said to her, "your faith has made you well. Go in peace."

49 While He was still speaking, someone came from the synagogue leader's [house], saying, "Your daughter is dead. Don't bother the Teacher anymore."

50 When Jesus heard it, He answered him, "Don't be afraid. Only believe, and she will be made well."

51 After He came to the house, He let no one enter with Him except Peter, John, James, and the child's father and mother.

52 Everyone was crying and mourning for her. But He said, "Stop crying, for she is not dead but asleep."