Reference

Matthew 8:17

That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, Himself took our infirmities, and bare our sicknesses.
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And he touched her hand, and the fever left her: and she arose, and ministered unto them.

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When the even was come, they brought unto him many that were possessed with devils: and he cast out the spirits with his word, and healed all that were sick:

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That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, Himself took our infirmities, and bare our sicknesses.

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Now when Jesus saw great multitudes about him, he gave commandment to depart unto the other side.

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And a certain scribe came, and said unto him, Master, I will follow thee whithersoever thou goest.

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Past Fulfillment (Historic)

The verse explicitly states that the events described (Jesus taking infirmities and bearing sicknesses) were a fulfillment of a prophecy, directly aligning with the definition of "Past Fulfillment (Historic)."

Literal Fulfillment

While the verse states a fulfillment, the nature of "infirmities" and "sicknesses" could be interpreted metaphorically as spiritual or moral ailments, rather than strictly physical ones, thus not necessarily demanding a literal physical fulfillment.

Single Fulfillment

While the verse points to a specific fulfillment in Jesus' healing ministry, some interpretations might see a broader, ongoing spiritual fulfillment beyond just the physical healings.