Bible Dictionary

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IMPEDIMENT

Jesus Christ • New Testament
An impediment is a difficulty or defect that hinders speech. In Mark 7:32 it describes a man who spoke with difficulty and was healed by Jesus.
Biblical Usage
Mark 7:32 says that a man had an impediment in his speech. The underlying word is related to difficulty and speech, and the man is included in the account of Jesus’ healing ministry.