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Mark 1:33

What does Mark 1:33 mean?

A plain-English look at Mark 1:33 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.

What Mark 1:33 means

The impact of Jesus' ministry was so profound that the entire city of Capernaum gathered at the door of Simon's house. This vivid image emphasizes the overwhelming response to Jesus, showing the extent of the desperation and the general recognition of His unique power and compassion. It illustrates the magnet-like effect of His presence, drawing out everyone who sought healing or deliverance.

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

And all the city was gathered together at the door.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

And all the city was gathered together at the door.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

And all the city was gathered together at the door.

BBE

Bible in Basic English · 1949

And all the town had come together at the door.

YLT

Young's Literal Translation · 1862

and the whole city was gathered together near the door,

DRA

Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752

And all the city was gathered together at the door.

DBY

Darby Bible · 1890

and the whole city was gathered together at the door.

Context

This verse vividly portrays the scale of the gathering, building on the arrival of the sick and demon-possessed in verse 32. It underscores the immense public interest and desperate need for Jesus, creating the backdrop for the widespread healing and exorcisms that immediately follow, which further solidifies His reputation as a powerful healer and delivers.

v.32And at even, when the sun did set, they brought unto him all that were sick, and them that were possessed with demons.

v.33This passage

v.34And he healed many that were sick with divers diseases, and cast out many demons; and he suffered not the demons to speak, because they knew him.

Cross references

Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  • Acts 13:44

    And the next sabbath almost the whole city was gathered together to hear the word of God.

  • Mark 1:5

    And there went out unto him all the country of Judæa, and all they of Jerusalem; and they were baptized of him in the river Jordan, confessing their sins.

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