Mark 12:38 asv — And in his teaching he said, Beware of the scribes, who desire to walk in long robes, andto have salutations in the mar…

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"And in his teaching he said, Beware of the scribes, who desire to walk in long robes, andto have salutations in the marketplaces, "

— Mark 12:38, American Standard Version

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Mark 12 — Context

35

And Jesus answered and said, as he taught in the temple, How say the scribes that the Christ is the son of David?

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David himself said in the Holy Spirit, The Lord said unto my Lord, Sit thou on my right hand, Till I make thine enemies the footstool of thy feet.

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David himself calleth him Lord; and whence is he his son? And the common people heard him gladly.

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And in his teaching he said, Beware of the scribes, who desire to walk in long robes, andto have salutations in the marketplaces,

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and chief seats in the synagogues, and chief places at feasts:

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they that devour widows’ houses, and for a pretence make long prayers; these shall receive greater condemnation.

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And he sat down over against the treasury, and beheld how the multitude cast money into the treasury: and many that were rich cast in much.

Mark 12:38 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 12:38 say?
Mark 12:38 in the American Standard Version reads: “And in his teaching he said, Beware of the scribes, who desire to walk in long robes, andto have salutations in the marketplaces, ”
Where is Mark 12:38 in the Bible?
Mark 12:38 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 12, verse 38.
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 12:38.
What translation should I read Mark 12:38 in?
Mark 12:38 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 12:38?
Mark 12:38 reads (ASV): “And in his teaching he said, Beware of the scribes, who desire to walk in long robes, andto have salutations in the marketplaces, ” 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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