Mark 14:52 asv — but he left the linen cloth, and fled naked.

American Standard Version

"but he left the linen cloth, and fled naked. "

— Mark 14:52, American Standard Version

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Mark 14 — Context

49

I was daily with you in the temple teaching, and ye took me not: but this is done that the scriptures might be fulfilled.

50

And they all left him, and fled.

51

And a certain young man followed with him, having a linen cloth cast about him, over his naked body: and they lay hold on him;

52

but he left the linen cloth, and fled naked.

53

And they led Jesus away to the high priest: and there come together with him all the chief priests and the elders and the scribes.

54

And Peter had followed him afar off, even within, into the court of the high priest; and he was sitting with the officers, and warming himself in the light of the fire.

55

Now the chief priests and the whole council sought witness against Jesus to put him to death; and found it not.

Mark 14:52 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 14:52 say?
Mark 14:52 in the American Standard Version reads: “but he left the linen cloth, and fled naked. ”
Where is Mark 14:52 in the Bible?
Mark 14:52 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 14, verse 52.
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 14:52.
What translation should I read Mark 14:52 in?
Mark 14:52 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 14:52?
Mark 14:52 reads (ASV): “but he left the linen cloth, and fled naked. ” 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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