Mark 12:13 kjv — And they send unto him certain of the Pharisees and of the Herodians, to catch him in his words.

King James Version

"And they send unto him certain of the Pharisees and of the Herodians, to catch him in his words."

— Mark 12:13, King James Version

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Mark 12 — Context

10

And have ye not read this scripture; The stone which the builders rejected is become the head of the corner:

11

This was the Lord’s doing, and it is marvellous in our eyes?

12

And they sought to lay hold on him, but feared the people: for they knew that he had spoken the parable against them: and they left him, and went their way.

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And they send unto him certain of the Pharisees and of the Herodians, to catch him in his words.

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And when they were come, they say unto him, Master, we know that thou art true, and carest for no man: for thou regardest not the person of men, but teachest the way of God in truth: Is it lawful to give tribute to Cesar, or not?

15

Shall we give, or shall we not give? But he, knowing their hypocrisy, said unto them, Why tempt ye me? bring me a penny, that I may see it.

16

And they brought it. And he saith unto them, Whose is this image and superscription? And they said unto him, Cesar’s.

Mark 12:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 12:13 say?
Mark 12:13 in the King James Version reads: “And they send unto him certain of the Pharisees and of the Herodians, to catch him in his words.”
Where is Mark 12:13 in the Bible?
Mark 12:13 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 12, verse 13.
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 12:13.
What translation should I read Mark 12:13 in?
Mark 12:13 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 12:13?
Mark 12:13 reads (KJV): “And they send unto him certain of the Pharisees and of the Herodians, to catch him in his words.” 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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