Mark 13:14 asv — But when ye see the abomination of desolation standing where he ought not (let him that readeth understand), then let t…

American Standard Version

"But when ye see the abomination of desolation standing where he ought not (let him that readeth understand), then let them that are in Judæa flee unto the mountains: "

— Mark 13:14, American Standard Version

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Mark 13 — Context

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And when they lead you to judgment, and deliver you up, be not anxious beforehand what ye shall speak: but whatsoever shall be given you in that hour, that speak ye; for it is not ye that speak, but the Holy Spirit.

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And brother shall deliver up brother to death, and the father his child; and children shall rise up against parents, and cause them to be put to death.

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And ye shall be hated of all men for my name’s sake: but he that endureth to the end, the same shall be saved.

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But when ye see the abomination of desolation standing where he ought not (let him that readeth understand), then let them that are in Judæa flee unto the mountains:

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and let him that is on the housetop not go down, nor enter in, to take anything out of his house:

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and let him that is in the field not return back to take his cloak.

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But woe unto them that are with child and to them that give suck in those days!

Mark 13:14 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 13:14 say?
Mark 13:14 in the American Standard Version reads: “But when ye see the abomination of desolation standing where he ought not (let him that readeth understand), then let them that are in Judæa flee unto the mountains: ”
Where is Mark 13:14 in the Bible?
Mark 13:14 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 13, verse 14.
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 13:14.
What translation should I read Mark 13:14 in?
Mark 13:14 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 13:14?
Mark 13:14 reads (ASV): “But when ye see the abomination of desolation standing where he ought not (let him that readeth understand), then let them that are in Judæa flee unto the mountains: ” 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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