Mark 11:8 net — Many spread their cloaks on the road and others spread branches they had cut in the fields.

NET Bible

"Many spread their cloaks on the road and others spread branches they had cut in the fields."

— Mark 11:8, NET Bible

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Mark 11 — Context

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Some people standing there said to them,“What are you doing, untying that colt?”

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They replied as Jesus had told them, and the bystanders let them go.

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Then they brought the colt to Jesus, threw their cloaks on it, and he sat on it.

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Many spread their cloaks on the road and others spread branches they had cut in the fields.

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Both those who went ahead and those who followed kept shouting,“Hosanna! Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord!

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Blessed is the coming kingdom of our father David! Hosanna in the highest!”

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Then Jesus entered Jerusalem and went to the temple. And after looking around at everything, he went out to Bethany with the twelve since it was already late.

Mark 11:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 11:8 say?
Mark 11:8 in the NET Bible reads: “Many spread their cloaks on the road and others spread branches they had cut in the fields.”
Where is Mark 11:8 in the Bible?
Mark 11:8 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 11, verse 8.
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 11:8.
What translation should I read Mark 11:8 in?
Mark 11:8 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 11:8?
Mark 11:8 reads (NET): “Many spread their cloaks on the road and others spread branches they had cut in the fields.” 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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