The Demons.

The second Greek word that is frequently translated 'devil' in the King James version of the Bible, is the word 'diamonion' (or a close equivalent), which is more accurately translated in modern versions as 'demon', or as 'evil spirits'. In every instance of its use, it can be shown to be coupled with some form of disease or malfunction of the body. "Jesus rebuked the demon, and it came out of the boy, and he was healed from that moment." Matthew 17:18 "Then they brought to him a demon-possessed man who was blind and mute, and Jesus healed him, so that he could both talk and see." Matthew 12:22 "...how God annointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and power, and how he went around doing good and healing all who were under the power of the devil Gk.: diamonizomai, because God was with him." Acts 10:38 The association of ill health with some type of outside agency was a very widely held belief from ancient times, since the micro-organisms that were reponsible for illness could not be seen and recognised until the invention of the microscope and increased scientific knowledge. Even today, children are warned about 'Bertie Germ' and the harrm that 'he' can do to unbrushed teeth.[[Category:Deliverance & Healing]]