Mark 1:21 cpdv — And they entered into Capernaum. And entering into the synagogue promptly on the Sabbaths, he taught them.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And they entered into Capernaum. And entering into the synagogue promptly on the Sabbaths, he taught them. "

— Mark 1:21, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Mark 1 — Context

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And at once abandoning their nets, they followed him.

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And continuing on a little ways from there, he saw James of Zebedee and his brother John, and they were mending their nets in a boat.

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And immediately he called them. And leaving behind their father Zebedee in the boat with his hired hands, they followed him.

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And they entered into Capernaum. And entering into the synagogue promptly on the Sabbaths, he taught them.

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And they were astonished over his doctrine. For he was teaching them as one who has authority, and not like the scribes.

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And in their synagogue, there was a man with an unclean spirit; and he cried out,

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saying: “What are we to you, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you come to destroy us? I know who you are: the Holy One of God.”

Mark 1:21 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 1:21 say?
Mark 1:21 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And they entered into Capernaum. And entering into the synagogue promptly on the Sabbaths, he taught them. ”
Where is Mark 1:21 in the Bible?
Mark 1:21 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 1, verse 21.
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 1:21.
What translation should I read Mark 1:21 in?
Mark 1:21 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 1:21?
Mark 1:21 reads (CPDV): “And they entered into Capernaum. And entering into the synagogue promptly on the Sabbaths, he taught them. ” 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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