Mark 10:15 web — Most certainly I tell you, whoever will not receive the Kingdom of God like a little child, he will in no way enter int…

World English Bible

"Most certainly I tell you, whoever will not receive the Kingdom of God like a little child, he will in no way enter into it.""

— Mark 10:15, World English Bible

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Mark 10 — Context

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If a woman herself divorces her husband, and marries another, she commits adultery."

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They were bringing to him little children, that he should touch them, but the disciples rebuked those who were bringing them.

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But when Jesus saw it, he was moved with indignation, and said to them, "Allow the little children to come to me! Don't forbid them, for the Kingdom of God belongs to such as these.

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Most certainly I tell you, whoever will not receive the Kingdom of God like a little child, he will in no way enter into it."

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He took them in his arms, and blessed them, laying his hands on them.

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As he was going out into the way, one ran to him, knelt before him, and asked him, "Good Teacher, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?"

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Jesus said to him, "Why do you call me good? No one is good except one--God.

Mark 10:15 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 10:15 say?
Mark 10:15 in the World English Bible reads: “Most certainly I tell you, whoever will not receive the Kingdom of God like a little child, he will in no way enter into it."”
Where is Mark 10:15 in the Bible?
Mark 10:15 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 10, verse 15.
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 10:15.
What translation should I read Mark 10:15 in?
Mark 10:15 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 10:15?
Mark 10:15 reads (WEB): “Most certainly I tell you, whoever will not receive the Kingdom of God like a little child, he will in no way enter into it."” 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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