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Mark 10

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Mark 10

1 And he arose from thence, and cometh into the coasts of Judaea by the farther side of Jordan: and the people resort unto him again; and, as he was wont, he taught them again.

2 And the Pharisees came to him, and asked him, Is it lawful for a man to put away his wife? tempting him.

3 And he answered and said unto them, What did Moses command you?

4 And they said, Moses suffered to write a bill of divorcement, and to put her away.

5 And Jesus answered and said unto them, For the hardness of your heart he wrote you this precept.

6 But from the beginning of the creation God made them male and female.

7 For this cause shall a man leave his father and mother, and cleave to his wife;

8 And they twain shall be one flesh: so then they are no more twain, but one flesh.

9 What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder.

10 And in the house his disciples asked him again of the same matter.

11 And he saith unto them, Whosoever shall put away his wife, and marry another, committeth adultery against her.

12 And if a woman shall put away her husband, and be married to another, she committeth adultery.

13 And they brought young children to him, that he should touch them: and his disciples rebuked those that brought them.

14 But when Jesus saw it, he was much displeased, and said unto them, Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God.

15 Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child, he shall not enter therein.

16 And he took them up in his arms, put his hands upon them, and blessed them.

17 And when he was gone forth into the way, there came one running, and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?

18 And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God.

19 Thou knowest the commandments, Do not commit adultery, Do not kill, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Defraud not, Honour thy father and mother.

20 And he answered and said unto him, Master, all these have I observed from my youth.



21 Then Jesus beholding him loved him, and said unto him, One thing thou lackest: go thy way, sell whatsoever thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come, take up the cross, and follow me.

22 And he was sad at that saying, and went away grieved: for he had great possessions.

23 And Jesus looked round about, and saith unto his disciples, How hardly shall they that have riches enter into the kingdom of God!

24 And the disciples were astonished at his words. But Jesus answereth again, and saith unto them, Children, how hard is it for them that trust in riches to enter into the kingdom of God!

25 It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.

26 And they were astonished out of measure, saying among themselves, Who then can be saved?

27 And Jesus looking upon them saith, With men it is impossible, but not with God: for with God all things are possible.

28 Then Peter began to say unto him, Lo, we have left all, and have followed thee.

29 And Jesus answered and said, Verily I say unto you, There is no man that hath left house, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my sake, and the gospel's,

30 But he shall receive an hundredfold now in this time, houses, and brethren, and sisters, and mothers, and children, and lands, with persecutions; and in the world to come eternal life.

31 But many that are first shall be last; and the last first.

32 And they were in the way going up to Jerusalem; and Jesus went before them: and they were amazed; and as they followed, they were afraid. And he took again the twelve, and began to tell them what things should happen unto him,

33 Saying, Behold, we go up to Jerusalem; and the Son of man shall be delivered unto the chief priests, and unto the scribes; and they shall condemn him to death, and shall deliver him to the Gentiles:

34 And they shall mock him, and shall scourge him, and shall spit upon him, and shall kill him: and the third day he shall rise again.

35 And James and John, the sons of Zebedee, come unto him, saying, Master, we would that thou shouldest do for us whatsoever we shall desire.

36 And he said unto them, What would ye that I should do for you?

37 They said unto him, Grant unto us that we may sit, one on thy right hand, and the other on thy left hand, in thy glory.

38 But Jesus said unto them, Ye know not what ye ask: can ye drink of the cup that I drink of? and be baptized with the baptism that I am baptized with?

39 And they said unto him, We can. And Jesus said unto them, Ye shall indeed drink of the cup that I drink of; and with the baptism that I am baptized withal shall ye be baptized:

40 But to sit on my right hand and on my left hand is not mine to give; but it shall be given to them for whom it is prepared.

41 And when the ten heard it, they began to be much displeased with James and John.

42 But Jesus called them to him, and saith unto them, Ye know that they which are accounted to rule over the Gentiles exercise lordship over them; and their great ones exercise authority upon them.

43 But so shall it not be among you: but whosoever will be great among you, shall be your minister:

44 And whosoever of you will be the chiefest, shall be servant of all.

45 For even the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many.

46 And they came to Jericho: and as he went out of Jericho with his disciples and a great number of people, blind Bartimaeus, the son of Timaeus, sat by the highway side begging.

47 And when he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out, and say, Jesus, thou son of David, have mercy on me.

48 And many charged him that he should hold his peace: but he cried the more a great deal, Thou son of David, have mercy on me.

49 And Jesus stood still, and commanded him to be called. And they call the blind man, saying unto him, Be of good comfort, rise; he calleth thee.

50 And he, casting away his garment, rose, and came to Jesus.

51 And Jesus answered and said unto him, What wilt thou that I should do unto thee? The blind man said unto him, Lord, that I might receive my sight.

52 And Jesus said unto him, Go thy way; thy faith hath made thee whole. And immediately he received his sight, and followed Jesus in the way.

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Summary and the Meaning of Mark Chapter 10 in the KJV Holy Bible

Mark Chapter 10 is a significant part of the New Testament in the King James Version (KJV) of the Holy Bible. This chapter narrates several essential teachings of Jesus Christ, reflecting on subjects such as divorce, wealth, servitude, faith, and the kingdom of God. It also includes accounts of Christ's miracles and interactions with his disciples and followers. The chapter is rich in symbolism and moral lessons, underscoring the themes of humility, faith, sacrifice, and the pursuit of spiritual over worldly riches.

The Teaching on Divorce

The chapter begins with Pharisees testing Jesus on the subject of divorce, asking if it is lawful for a man to divorce his wife. Jesus, in response, refers to the Genesis creation account, emphasizing the divine intent for marriage. He argues that God made them male and female, and the two shall become one flesh. Therefore, what God has joined together, let not man separate. This teaching underscores the sanctity and permanence of marriage, challenging the prevailing Mosaic law that allowed divorce. The disciples later privately question Jesus about this, to which He provides a more profound understanding: anyone who divorces and marries another commits adultery. This teaching serves to emphasize the seriousness of marital vows and the spiritual implications of breaking them.

Jesus and the Little Children

Following the discourse on divorce, Mark narrates an incident where people were bringing little children to Jesus for blessings. The disciples rebuked them, but Jesus, in contrast, welcomed the children, declaring that the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. He further states that anyone who does not receive the kingdom of God like a child will never enter it. This event emphasizes the importance of humility, innocence, and faith akin to a child's to enter the kingdom of God.

The Rich Young Man

The narrative then moves to the encounter between Jesus and a rich young man who seeks eternal life. Jesus instructs him to obey the commandments, to which the man replies that he has done so since his youth. Jesus then instructs him to sell all his possessions, give to the poor, and follow Him. The young man leaves in sorrow, unable to give up his wealth. Jesus comments on the difficulty for the rich to enter the kingdom of God, likening it to a camel going through the eye of a needle. This narrative underscores the difficulty of prioritizing spiritual wealth over material wealth. It challenges the commonly held belief that wealth is a sign of divine favor, suggesting instead that it can be a hindrance to spiritual growth and salvation.

Jesus Predicts His Death and Resurrection

Jesus, for the third time, predicts His death and resurrection. He tells His disciples that He will be handed over to the chief priests and teachers of the law, who will condemn Him to death, hand Him over to the Gentiles, mock Him, spit on Him, flog Him, and kill Him. But after three days, He will rise again. This prediction underscores Jesus' awareness of His impending suffering and death, as well as His resurrection, which is central to Christian faith and salvation.

The Request of James and John

James and John, two of Jesus' disciples, request to sit at His right and left in His glory. Jesus tells them that they do not know what they are asking, questioning if they can drink the cup He drinks or be baptized with the baptism He is baptized with. He explains that those positions are not His to grant but are for those for whom they have been prepared. When the other disciples express indignation at James and John, Jesus teaches them that greatness in the kingdom of God is not about lording over others but about being a servant and slave to all, just as He came not to be served but to serve and give His life as a ransom for many.

The Healing of Blind Bartimaeus

The chapter concludes with the healing of blind Bartimaeus. Despite the crowd's attempts to silence him, Bartimaeus persistently cries out to Jesus for mercy. Jesus calls him over, asks him what he wants, and upon hearing that Bartimaeus wishes to see, heals him. Bartimaeus immediately regains his sight and follows Jesus. This miracle underlines the power of faith and persistent prayer, as well as the compassion and healing power of Jesus.

In summary, Mark Chapter 10 is a rich tapestry of teachings, parables, and miracles that convey deep spiritual truths. It emphasizes the importance of humility, faith, self-denial, and servitude in the pursuit of the kingdom of God. It also underscores the sanctity of marriage, the difficulty of prioritizing spiritual over material wealth, and the power of faith and prayer. Through the teachings and miracles of Jesus, readers are invited to reflect on their spiritual journey and challenge prevailing societal and religious norms.



This article is informed by the King James Version of the Holy Bible, the authors' personal knowledge, considerations and experience, and additional materials and resources available in internet.

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