The Jews and the Samaritans had gotten together
in their miseries. Normally they had nothing to do
with each other; but their afflictions had wiped out
all pride of race.

When Jesus heard their cries for mercy, He didn't
have to think about it. His compassion rose up in
Him and He shouted to them to go show them
selves to the priests. They knew what that meant
and they were off to claim their cure. They felt
the healing taking place in their bodies as they
ran in obedience.