Mark 14:18 net — While they were at the table eating, Jesus said,“I tell you the truth, one of you eating with me will betray me.”

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"While they were at the table eating, Jesus said,“I tell you the truth, one of you eating with me will betray me.”"

— Mark 14:18, NET Bible

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Mark 14 — Context

15

He will show you a large room upstairs, furnished and ready. Make preparations for us there.”

16

So the disciples left, went into the city, and found things just as he had told them, and they prepared the Passover.

17

Then, when it was evening, he came to the house with the twelve.

18

While they were at the table eating, Jesus said,“I tell you the truth, one of you eating with me will betray me.”

19

They were distressed, and one by one said to him,“Surely not I?”

20

He said to them,“It is one of the twelve, one who dips his hand with me into the bowl.

21

For the Son of Man will go as it is written about him, but woe to that man by whom the Son of Man is betrayed! It would be better for him if he had never been born.”

Mark 14:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 14:18 say?
Mark 14:18 in the NET Bible reads: “While they were at the table eating, Jesus said,“I tell you the truth, one of you eating with me will betray me.””
Where is Mark 14:18 in the Bible?
Mark 14:18 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 14, verse 18.
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 14:18.
What translation should I read Mark 14:18 in?
Mark 14:18 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 14:18?
Mark 14:18 reads (NET): “While they were at the table eating, Jesus said,“I tell you the truth, one of you eating with me will betray me.”” 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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