Mark 14:32 net — Gethsemane Then they went to a place called Gethsemane, and Jesus said to his disciples,“Sit here while I pray.”

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"Gethsemane Then they went to a place called Gethsemane, and Jesus said to his disciples,“Sit here while I pray.”"

— Mark 14:32, NET Bible

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Mark 14 — Context

29

Peter said to him,“Even if they all fall away, I will not!”

30

Jesus said to him,“I tell you the truth, today– this very night– before a rooster crows twice, you will deny me three times.”

31

But Peter insisted emphatically,“Even if I must die with you, I will never deny you.” And all of them said the same thing.

32

Gethsemane Then they went to a place called Gethsemane, and Jesus said to his disciples,“Sit here while I pray.”

33

He took Peter, James, and John with him, and became very troubled and distressed.

34

He said to them,“My soul is deeply grieved, even to the point of death. Remain here and stay alert.”

35

Going a little farther, he threw himself to the ground and prayed that if it were possible the hour would pass from him.

Mark 14:32 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 14:32 say?
Mark 14:32 in the NET Bible reads: “Gethsemane Then they went to a place called Gethsemane, and Jesus said to his disciples,“Sit here while I pray.””
Where is Mark 14:32 in the Bible?
Mark 14:32 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 14, verse 32.
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 14:32.
What translation should I read Mark 14:32 in?
Mark 14:32 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 14:32?
Mark 14:32 reads (NET): “Gethsemane Then they went to a place called Gethsemane, and Jesus said to his disciples,“Sit here while I pray.”” 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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