Mark 13:17 kjva — But woe to them that are with child, and to them that give suck in those days!

King James Version with Apocrypha

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

— Mark 13:17, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Mark 13 — Context

14

But when ye shall see the abomination of desolation, spoken of by Daniel the prophet, standing where it ought not, (let him that readeth understand,) then let them that be in Judea flee to the mountains:

15

And let him that is on the housetop not go down into the house, neither enter therein, to take any thing out of his house:

16

And let him that is in the field not turn back again for to take up his garment.

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

18

And pray ye that your flight be not in the winter.

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For in those days shall be affliction, such as was not from the beginning of the creation which God created unto this time, neither shall be.

20

And except that the Lord had shortened those days, no flesh should be saved: but for the elect’s sake, whom he hath chosen, he hath shortened the days.

Mark 13:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 13:17 say?
Mark 13:17 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “But woe to them that are with child, and to them that give suck in those days!”
Where is Mark 13:17 in the Bible?
Mark 13:17 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 13, verse 17.
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 13:17.
What translation should I read Mark 13:17 in?
Mark 13:17 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 13:17?
Mark 13:17 reads (KJVA): “But woe to them that are with child, and to them that give suck in those days!” 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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