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Mark 13:37

What does Mark 13:37 mean?

A plain-English look at Mark 13:37 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.

What Mark 13:37 means

Jesus concluded His Olivet Discourse with a universal and emphatic command: "And what I say unto you I say unto all, Watch." This final statement makes it clear that the preceding instructions and warnings are not solely for Peter, James, John, and Andrew, or even just for that particular generation, but for all believers throughout all ages. The call to constant spiritual watchfulness is a timeless and essential mandate for every follower of Christ, living in anticipation of His glorious return.

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

And what I say unto you I say unto all, Watch.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

And what I say unto you I say unto all, Watch.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

And what I say unto you I say unto all, Watch.

BBE

Bible in Basic English · 1949

And what I say to you, I say to all, Keep watch.

YLT

Young's Literal Translation · 1862

and what I say to you, I say to all, Watch.'

DRA

Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752

And what I say to you, I say to all: Watch.

DBY

Darby Bible · 1890

But what I say to you, I say to all, Watch.

Context

This verse provides the definitive conclusion to Jesus' Olivet Discourse, delivering a final, universal command. It broadens the audience for the call to "Watch" from the immediate disciples to all believers, firmly establishing vigilance as a perpetual spiritual requirement. This closing statement summarizes the entire chapter's focus on future events and the imperative for constant readiness, leaving the reader with a clear, actionable directive.

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Cross references

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

  • Mark 13:35

    Watch therefore: for ye know not when the lord of the house cometh, whether at even, or at midnight, or at cockcrowing, or in the morning;

  • Mark 13:33

    Take ye heed, watch and pray: for ye know not when the time is.

  • Luke 12:41

    And Peter said, Lord, speakest thou this parable unto us, or even unto all?

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