Mark 15:14 asv — And Pilate said unto them, Why, what evil hath he done? But they cried out exceedingly, Crucify him.

American Standard Version

"And Pilate said unto them, Why, what evil hath he done? But they cried out exceedingly, Crucify him. "

— Mark 15:14, American Standard Version

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Mark 15 — Context

11

But the chief priests stirred up the multitude, that he should rather release Barabbas unto them.

12

And Pilate again answered and said unto them, What then shall I do unto him whom ye call the King of the Jews?

13

And they cried out again, Crucify him.

14

And Pilate said unto them, Why, what evil hath he done? But they cried out exceedingly, Crucify him.

15

And Pilate, wishing to content the multitude, released unto them Barabbas, and delivered Jesus, when he had scourged him, to be crucified.

16

And the soldiers led him away within the court, which is the Prætorium; and they call together the whole band.

17

And they clothe him with purple, and platting a crown of thorns, they put it on him;

Mark 15:14 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 15:14 say?
Mark 15:14 in the American Standard Version reads: “And Pilate said unto them, Why, what evil hath he done? But they cried out exceedingly, Crucify him. ”
Where is Mark 15:14 in the Bible?
Mark 15:14 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 15, verse 14.
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 15:14.
What translation should I read Mark 15:14 in?
Mark 15:14 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 15:14?
Mark 15:14 reads (ASV): “And Pilate said unto them, Why, what evil hath he done? But they cried out exceedingly, Crucify him. ” 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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