Mark 14:37 cpdv — And he went and found them sleeping. And he said to Peter: “Simon, are you sleeping? Were you not able to be vigilant f…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And he went and found them sleeping. And he said to Peter: “Simon, are you sleeping? Were you not able to be vigilant for one hour? "

— Mark 14:37, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Mark 14 — Context

34

And he said to them: “My soul is sorrowful, even unto death. Remain here and be vigilant.”

35

And when he had proceeded on a little ways, he fell prostrate on the ground. And he prayed that, if it were possible, the hour might pass away from him.

36

And he said: “Abba, Father, all things are possible to you. Take this chalice from me. But let it be, not as I will, but as you will.”

37

And he went and found them sleeping. And he said to Peter: “Simon, are you sleeping? Were you not able to be vigilant for one hour?

38

Watch and pray, so that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.”

39

And going away again, he prayed, saying the same words.

40

And upon returning, he found them sleeping yet again, (for their eyes were heavy) and they did not know how to respond to him.

Mark 14:37 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 14:37 say?
Mark 14:37 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And he went and found them sleeping. And he said to Peter: “Simon, are you sleeping? Were you not able to be vigilant for one hour? ”
Where is Mark 14:37 in the Bible?
Mark 14:37 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 14, verse 37.
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 14:37.
What translation should I read Mark 14:37 in?
Mark 14:37 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 14:37?
Mark 14:37 reads (CPDV): “And he went and found them sleeping. And he said to Peter: “Simon, are you sleeping? Were you not able to be vigilant for one hour? ” 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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