Mark 15:31 kjv — Likewise also the chief priests mocking said among themselves with the scribes, He saved others; himself he cannot save.

King James Version

"Likewise also the chief priests mocking said among themselves with the scribes, He saved others; himself he cannot save."

— Mark 15:31, King James Version

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Mark 15 — Context

28

And the scripture was fulfilled, which saith, And he was numbered with the transgressors.

29

And they that passed by railed on him, wagging their heads, and saying, Ah, thou that destroyest the temple, and buildest it in three days,

30

Save thyself, and come down from the cross.

31

Likewise also the chief priests mocking said among themselves with the scribes, He saved others; himself he cannot save.

32

Let Christ the King of Israel descend now from the cross, that we may see and believe. And they that were crucified with him reviled him.

33

And when the sixth hour was come, there was darkness over the whole land until the ninth hour.

34

And at the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani? which is, being interpreted, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?

Mark 15:31 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Mark 15:31 say?
Mark 15:31 in the King James Version reads: “Likewise also the chief priests mocking said among themselves with the scribes, He saved others; himself he cannot save.”
Where is Mark 15:31 in the Bible?
Mark 15:31 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 15, verse 31.
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 15:31.
What translation should I read Mark 15:31 in?
Mark 15:31 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 15:31?
Mark 15:31 reads (KJV): “Likewise also the chief priests mocking said among themselves with the scribes, He saved others; himself he cannot save.” 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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