Syrophoenician Woman
A Gentile mother came to Jesus pleading for her demon-tormented daughter. With humble persistence she answered his testing words and trusted in his mercy. Jesus praised her great faith and healed her child.
- Also known as: Canaanite Woman
- Role: Mother of great faith
- Key Scripture: Mark 7:25-30, Matthew 15:22-28
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