Demons were considered to be everywhere. It was said that every person had ten thousand demons on his right and ten thousand on his left. They lived in spots where it was dark and where there was no cleansing water. They lived in the desert and were believed to be especially active during the midday heat. So, while we may question whether or not demons are real, the people of Jesus' day had no question at all.
Demons are beings that set out to cause people harm.
And from a Middle Eastern perspective, the meaning of the story is very plain. Complete our quick survey. Copyright 2001 James Steinbrecher. All rights reserved.