Mark 14:43 cpdv — And while he was still speaking, Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve, arrived, and with him was a large crowd with swords…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And while he was still speaking, Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve, arrived, and with him was a large crowd with swords and clubs, sent from the leaders of the priests, and the scribes, and the elders. "

— Mark 14:43, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Mark 14 — Context

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.

41

And he arrived for the third time, and he said to them: “Sleep now, and take rest. It is enough. The hour has arrived. Behold, the Son of man will be betrayed into the hands of sinners.

42

Rise up, let us go. Behold, he who will betray me is near.”

43

And while he was still speaking, Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve, arrived, and with him was a large crowd with swords and clubs, sent from the leaders of the priests, and the scribes, and the elders.

44

Now his betrayer had given them a sign, saying: “He whom I shall kiss, it is he. Take hold of him, and lead him away cautiously.”

45

And when he had arrived, immediately drawing near to him, he said: “Hail, Master!” And he kissed him.

46

But they laid hands on him and held him.

Mark 14:43 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 14:43 say?
Mark 14:43 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And while he was still speaking, Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve, arrived, and with him was a large crowd with swords and clubs, sent from the leaders of the priests, and the scribes, and the elders. ”
Where is Mark 14:43 in the Bible?
Mark 14:43 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 14, verse 43.
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 14:43.
What translation should I read Mark 14:43 in?
Mark 14:43 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 14:43?
Mark 14:43 reads (CPDV): “And while he was still speaking, Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve, arrived, and with him was a large crowd with swords and clubs, sent from the leaders of the priests, and the scribes, and the elders. ” 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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