Mark 1:27 net — They were all amazed so that they asked each other,“What is this? A new teaching with authority! He even commands the u…

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"They were all amazed so that they asked each other,“What is this? A new teaching with authority! He even commands the unclean spirits and they obey him.”"

— Mark 1:27, NET Bible

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Mark 1 — Context

24

“Leave us alone, Jesus the Nazarene! Have you come to destroy us? I know who you are– the Holy One of God!”

25

But Jesus rebuked him:“Silence! Come out of him!”

26

After throwing him into convulsions, the unclean spirit cried out with a loud voice and came out of him.

27

They were all amazed so that they asked each other,“What is this? A new teaching with authority! He even commands the unclean spirits and they obey him.”

28

So the news about him spread quickly throughout all the region around Galilee.

29

Healings at Simon’s House Now as soon as they left the synagogue, they entered Simon and Andrew’s house, with James and John.

30

Simon’s mother-in-law was lying down, sick with a fever, so they spoke to Jesus at once about her.

Mark 1:27 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 1:27 say?
Mark 1:27 in the NET Bible reads: “They were all amazed so that they asked each other,“What is this? A new teaching with authority! He even commands the unclean spirits and they obey him.””
Where is Mark 1:27 in the Bible?
Mark 1:27 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 1, verse 27.
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 1:27.
What translation should I read Mark 1:27 in?
Mark 1:27 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 1:27?
Mark 1:27 reads (NET): “They were all amazed so that they asked each other,“What is this? A new teaching with authority! He even commands the unclean spirits and they obey him.”” 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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