Which blind beggar was healed by Jesus near Jericho?

The blind beggar healed by Jesus near Jericho was Bartimaeus. Mark 10:46–52 names him as Jesus leaves Jericho, describing him as “Bartimaeus, son of Timaeus.” Hearing that Jesus is passing by, he repeatedly calls out for mercy and identifies Jesus as the “Son of David.”

The crowd tries to silence him, but Bartimaeus persists. Jesus calls him forward and asks what he wants. Bartimaeus asks to see, and Jesus tells him that his faith has made him well. The man immediately regains his sight and follows Jesus on the road.

The account is especially notable because most people healed in the Gospels are not named. The name is also unusual: “Bartimaeus” combines a Semitic element meaning “son of” with the Greek name Timaeus. Matthew’s parallel account describes two unnamed blind men, while Luke mentions one unnamed blind man. This difference often causes confusion, but Mark’s named figure is the source of the familiar answer Bartimaeus.

The story carries a symbolic dimension as well as a healing narrative. Bartimaeus recognizes Jesus’ identity, refuses to be discouraged by the crowd, and responds to healing by becoming a follower.