They told him that Jesus of Nazareth was passing by.
THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
Luke 18:37 in context
Luke 18:34–40
34
They understood none of these things. This saying was hidden from them, and they didn’t understand the things that were said.
35
As he came near Jericho, a certain blind man sat by the road, begging.
36
Hearing a multitude going by, he asked what this meant.
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They told him that Jesus of Nazareth was passing by.
38
He cried out, “Jesus, you son of David, have mercy on me!”
39
Those who led the way rebuked him, that he should be quiet; but he cried out all the more, “You son of David, have mercy on me!”
40
Standing still, Jesus commanded him to be brought to him. When he had come near, he asked him,
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