Mark 1:12 cpdv — And immediately the Spirit prompted him into the desert.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And immediately the Spirit prompted him into the desert. "

— Mark 1:12, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Mark 1 — Context

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And it happened that, in those days, Jesus arrived from Nazareth of Galilee. And he was baptized by John in the Jordan.

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And immediately, upon ascending from the water, he saw the heavens opened and the Spirit, like a dove, descending, and remaining with him.

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And there was a voice from heaven: “You are my beloved Son; in you I am well pleased.”

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And immediately the Spirit prompted him into the desert.

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And he was in the desert for forty days and forty nights. And he was tempted by Satan. And he was with the wild animals, and the Angels ministered to him.

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Then, after John was handed over, Jesus went into Galilee, preaching the Gospel of the kingdom of God,

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and saying: “For the time has been fulfilled and the kingdom of God has drawn near. Repent and believe in the Gospel.”

Mark 1:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 1:12 say?
Mark 1:12 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And immediately the Spirit prompted him into the desert. ”
Where is Mark 1:12 in the Bible?
Mark 1:12 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 1, verse 12.
Who wrote Mark?
Mark is traditionally attributed to John Mark, companion of Peter and Paul. Early tradition (Papias, c. AD 130) reports Mark wrote down Peter's preaching. It was written c. AD 55–65.
What is the book of Mark about?
Mark is the shortest, fastest-paced Gospel — "immediately" is its favorite word. It portrays Jesus as the powerful, suffering Servant who acts, heals, casts out demons, and finally gives his life as a ransom for many. The story moves with urgency from Galilee to a cross outside Jerusalem.
What are the major themes of Mark?
Mark explores themes including Servant, Action, Suffering, Discipleship, Cross. These themes shape the meaning and context of Mark 1:12.
What translation should I read Mark 1:12 in?
Mark 1:12 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Mark 1:12?
Mark 1:12 reads (CPDV): “And immediately the Spirit prompted him into the desert. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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