Bartimaeus had nothing to lose. He knew what he was... a blind beggar ostracized by his community. Bart was a social outcast. He could have no lesser status. Compliance with the local ‘noise ordinance’ meant nothing to a blind beggar. Bartimaeus was desperate, and with Jesus nearby, he fully recognized the chance of his pathetic lifetime.
Bartimaeus would make Jesus notice him. He shouted unashamedly and repeatedly…
“Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” (Mark 10.46-48).
