Mark 1:2 net — As it is written in the prophet Isaiah,“Look, I am sending my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way,

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"As it is written in the prophet Isaiah,“Look, I am sending my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way,"

— Mark 1:2, NET Bible

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Mark 1 — Context

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¶ The Ministry of John the Baptist The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

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As it is written in the prophet Isaiah,“Look, I am sending my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way,

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the voice of one shouting in the wilderness,‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make his paths straight.’”

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In the wilderness John the baptizer began preaching a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins.

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People from the whole Judean countryside and all of Jerusalem were going out to him, and he was baptizing them in the Jordan River as they confessed their sins.

Mark 1:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 1:2 say?
Mark 1:2 in the NET Bible reads: “As it is written in the prophet Isaiah,“Look, I am sending my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way,”
Where is Mark 1:2 in the Bible?
Mark 1:2 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 1, verse 2.
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 1:2.
What translation should I read Mark 1:2 in?
Mark 1:2 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 1:2?
Mark 1:2 reads (NET): “As it is written in the prophet Isaiah,“Look, I am sending my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way,” 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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