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Mark 14:13

What does Mark 14:13 mean?

A plain-English look at Mark 14:13 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.

What Mark 14:13 means

Jesus sends two disciples with detailed instructions: in the city they will meet a man carrying a water jar, an unusual sight, and are to follow him. This reveals Jesus’ precise knowledge and quiet authority. Whether by prior arrangement or supernatural insight, He provides clear guidance that keeps the plan hidden from hostile eyes and even from Judas’ interference. The sign of the water-bearer ensures they reach the right house. Jesus is not a victim of circumstances; He orchestrates the setting for the Passover where He will teach, warn, and institute the meal that points to His sacrificial death.

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

And he sendeth two of his disciples, and saith unto them, Go into the city, and there shall meet you a man bearing a pitcher of water: follow him;

KJV

King James Version · 1611

And he sendeth forth two of his disciples, and saith unto them, Go ye into the city, and there shall meet you a man bearing a pitcher of water: follow him.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

And he sendeth two of his disciples, and saith unto them, Go into the city, and there shall meet you a man bearing a pitcher of water: follow him;

BBE

Bible in Basic English · 1949

And he sent two of his disciples, and said to them, Go into the town, and there will come to you a man with a vessel of water: go after him;

YLT

Young's Literal Translation · 1862

And he sendeth forth two of his disciples, and saith to them, `Go ye away to the city, and there shall meet you a man bearing a pitcher of water, follow him;

DRA

Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752

And he sendeth two of his disciples and saith to them: Go ye into the city; and there shall meet you a man carrying a pitcher of water. Follow him.

DBY

Darby Bible · 1890

And he sends two of his disciples, and says to them, Go into the city, and a man shall meet you carrying a pitcher of water; follow him.

Context

Responding to the disciples’ question, Jesus shows foreknowledge about the coming encounter. The unusual marker—a man with a pitcher—assures the disciples of divine oversight. This builds confidence as they proceed to secure the room. The following verses will include speaking to the master of the house and finding a prepared upper room. The careful, almost covert, directions also explain how Jesus can share this meal without premature arrest. This preparation flows into the evening arrival of Jesus with the twelve and the sober revelation that one of them will betray Him.

v.12And on the first day of unleavened bread, when they sacrificed the passover, his disciples say unto him, Where wilt thou that we go and make ready that thou mayest eat the passover?

v.13This passage

v.14and wheresoever he shall enter in, say to the master of the house, The Teacher saith, Where is my guest-chamber, where I shall eat the passover with my disciples?

Cross references

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

  • Hebrews 4:13

    And there is no creature that is not manifest in his sight: but all things are naked and laid open before the eyes of him with whom we have to do.

  • John 15:14

    Ye are my friends, if ye do the things which I command you.

  • Luke 22:10

    And he said unto them, Behold, when ye are entered into the city, there shall meet you a man bearing a pitcher of water; follow him into the house whereinto he goeth.

  • Luke 19:30

    saying, Go your way into the village over against you; in which as ye enter ye shall find a colt tied, whereon no man ever yet sat: loose him, and bring him.

  • Matthew 8:9

    For I also am a man under authority, having under myself soldiers: and I say to this one, Go, and he goeth; and to another, Come, and he cometh; and to my servant, Do this, and he doeth it.

  • Mark 11:2

    and saith unto them, Go your way into the village that is over against you: and straightway as ye enter into it, ye shall find a colt tied, whereon no man ever yet sat; loose him, and bring him.

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