Mark 12:40 web — those who devour widows' houses, and for a pretense make long prayers. These will receive greater condemnation."

World English Bible

"those who devour widows' houses, and for a pretense make long prayers. These will receive greater condemnation.""

— Mark 12:40, World English Bible

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Mark 12 — Context

37

Therefore David himself calls him Lord, so how can he be his son?" The common people heard him gladly.

38

In his teaching he said to them, "Beware of the scribes, who like to walk in long robes, and to get greetings in the marketplaces,

39

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

40

those who devour widows' houses, and for a pretense make long prayers. These will receive greater condemnation."

41

Jesus sat down opposite the treasury, and saw how the multitude cast money into the treasury. Many who were rich cast in much.

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A poor widow came, and she cast in two small brass coins, which equal a quadrans coin.

43

He called his disciples to himself, and said to them, "Most certainly I tell you, this poor widow gave more than all those who are giving into the treasury,

Mark 12:40 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 12:40 say?
Mark 12:40 in the World English Bible reads: “those who devour widows' houses, and for a pretense make long prayers. These will receive greater condemnation."”
Where is Mark 12:40 in the Bible?
Mark 12:40 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 12, 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 12:40.
What translation should I read Mark 12:40 in?
Mark 12:40 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 12:40?
Mark 12:40 reads (WEB): “those who devour widows' houses, and for a pretense make long prayers. These will receive greater condemnation."” 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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