Titus of Bostra

In his own words on Mark

• Mark 5:14

  But the herdsmen also took to flight, lest they should perish with the swine, and spread the same fear amongst the inhabitants of the town. Wherefore there follows: And they that fed them, &c.

  Catena Aurea by Aquinas

• Mark 5:15

  The necessity of their loss, however, brought these men to the Saviour; for frequently when God makes men suffer loss in their possessions, he confers a benefit on their souls. Wherefore it goes on: And they came to Jesus, and see him that was tormented by the devil, &c. that is, at the feet of Him from whom he had obtained health; a man, whom before, not even chains could bind, clothed and in his right mind, though he used to be continually naked; and they were amazed; wherefore it says, And they were afraid.

  Catena Aurea by Aquinas

• Mark 5:16

  This miracle then they find out partly by sight, partly by words; wherefore there follows: And they that saw it told them.

  Catena Aurea by Aquinas