Luke 8:50

50 But when Jesus heard it, he answered him, saying, Fear not; only believe, and she shall be made whole.

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 And he said unto her, Daughter, be of good comfort; thy faith has made thee whole; go in peace.

49 While he yet spoke, there came one from the ruler of the synagogue’s house, saying to him, Thy daughter is dead; trouble not the Master.

50 But when Jesus heard it, he answered him, saying, Fear not; only believe, and she shall be made whole.

51 And when he came into the house, he allowed no one to go in except Peter and James and John and the father and the mother of the maiden.

52 And all wept and bewailed her, but he said, Weep not; she is not dead, but sleeps.