Mark 10:40 kjv — But to sit on my right hand and on my left hand is not mine to give; but it shall be given to them for whom it is prepa…

King James Version

"But to sit on my right hand and on my left hand is not mine to give; but it shall be given to them for whom it is prepared."

— Mark 10:40, King James Version

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Mark 10 — Context

37

They said unto him, Grant unto us that we may sit, one on thy right hand, and the other on thy left hand, in thy glory.

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But Jesus said unto them, Ye know not what ye ask: can ye drink of the cup that I drink of? and be baptized with the baptism that I am baptized with?

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And they said unto him, We can. And Jesus said unto them, Ye shall indeed drink of the cup that I drink of; and with the baptism that I am baptized withal shall ye be baptized:

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But to sit on my right hand and on my left hand is not mine to give; but it shall be given to them for whom it is prepared.

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And when the ten heard it, they began to be much displeased with James and John.

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But Jesus called them to him, and saith unto them, Ye know that they which are accounted to rule over the Gentiles exercise lordship over them; and their great ones exercise authority upon them.

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But so shall it not be among you: but whosoever will be great among you, shall be your minister:

Mark 10:40 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 10:40 say?
Mark 10:40 in the King James Version reads: “But to sit on my right hand and on my left hand is not mine to give; but it shall be given to them for whom it is prepared.”
Where is Mark 10:40 in the Bible?
Mark 10:40 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 10, verse 40.
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 10:40.
What translation should I read Mark 10:40 in?
Mark 10:40 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 10:40?
Mark 10:40 reads (KJV): “But to sit on my right hand and on my left hand is not mine to give; but it shall be given to them for whom it is prepared.” 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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